16 -- Parachute Pin

The 355th Contracting Squadron plans to award a sole-source contract to SSK Military Industries, Inc. for the purchase of Cypres-2 2 Pin Military 1500 FT-35M/S ABS parachute pins. This procurement is conducted under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, which allows for non-competitive contracting when only one responsible source is able to satisfy the requirement. The notice serves as an announcement of intent rather than a solicitation for competitive bids. However, any interested firms capable of providing an equivalent product must submit a letter of interest explaining why they should be considered as an alternative source. Responses are due by August 2, 2006, at 1:00 pm PST and should be directed to A1C Tim Vaughan at the 355th Contracting Squadron in Tucson, Arizona. The government will evaluate any responses to determine whether to proceed with a competitive procurement, but the final decision rests solely with the contracting authority. Information submitted in response to this notice will be used for the specific purpose of assessing competition potential and will not be reimbursed. The contract relates to the procurement of a specific parachute pin identified under solicitation number FA4877-06-Q-0417, associated with the NAICS code 423910, and managed by the Department of Defense office located at Davis Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. Interested parties can contact Timothy M. Vaughan via email or phone for additional information.