13 -- MARCbot New and Replacement Roobotic Systems and Spare Parts

The Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation (PEO STRI) intends to award a sole source fixed price indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract with a ceiling of $9.5 million to Exponent. This contract covers the procurement of spare parts, components, robotic systems, and replacement MARCbot robotic systems, which are actively used in contingency operations in Iraq and Afghanistan through May of fiscal year 2007. The MARCbot systems are critical in supporting overseas contingency operations, and Exponent is currently the only supplier capable of providing the necessary support and sustainment without unacceptable delays during this period. While a future competitive procurement source is being considered, this sole source award is necessary to fulfill ongoing requirements that may arise during the transition to a new supplier. The contract involves equipment categorized under NAICS code 334511 and is managed by the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division under the Department of Defense, with the office located in Orlando, Florida. The designated point of contact for the contract is Contract Specialist Dana D Graham. No responses to this announcement are requested or required.