23--Ballistic Glass

The contract involves a sole source procurement by the 62nd Engineer Battalion for specialized ballistic glass components, including Ballistic Glass Hose Assembly CR #8, door glass for the left-hand side, and window assemblies for both the right-hand and left-hand sides, in specified quantities. This procurement is being awarded exclusively to OSHKOSH Corporation due to their unique capabilities and status as the only responsible source able to meet the agency’s specific requirements, in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation 13.106-1(b)(1). The Rock Island Contracting Center is managing the award, and interested parties were given the opportunity to express interest and capability to fulfill the requirement before a specified cutoff date, though the government retains discretion over whether to pursue a competitive procurement. This notice, published on September 7, 2012, confirms that no competitive proposals will be solicited as the items needed are unique and available only from the designated supplier. The contract pertains to supplies classified under NAICS code 336992, and will be handled through the Department of Defense office located in Rock Island, Illinois. Any responses from other parties will be reviewed solely to assess the need for competition, but the Government presently intends to award directly to OSHKOSH Corporation. This action underscores the nature of the procurement as a non-competitive, sole source award to meet critical operational requirements for the ballistic glass components specified.