The U.S. Air Force intends to award a sole-source contract for a high-fidelity F-35 engine run simulator to iPerformX, the proprietary owner and sole manufacturer. The simulator must replicate the F-35 cockpit's tactile feedback for training on engine start sequences, emergency response, and fault diagnosis, and must operate on standard power and cooling in a compact form factor. The sole-source justification cites FAR 12.102(a) and FAR 6.301-1, asserting that only iPerformX can meet the requirements, including a 24-month software and 56-month hardware warranty. This is a pre-solicitation synopsis, not a formal solicitation. Interested parties that believe they can fulfill the requirement may submit a capability statement to the contracting officer for evaluation.