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58 -- Personal Locator Beacons

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Reference-Number-07-ST-0396Federal

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The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) intends to award a contract to Microwave Monolithics, Inc. to supply 35 miniature SARSAT Personal Locator Beacons (MicroPLB, Model MBT-040600 Type GX) with internal GPS and an extended battery life of 48 hours. These devices must be small, handheld, pocket-sized, and compliant with Department of Transportation regulations for transport on commercial passenger aircraft. Microwave Monolithics is uniquely qualified to supply these Type Approved PLBs containing lithium cells, as no other manufacturer has been identified to provide a similar product, making them the sole responsible source for this requirement. This contract notification is issued under Federal Acquisition Regulations, specifically addressing the public dissemination of contract actions exceeding $25,000. The Office of Investigative Technology within the DEA requires these devices to meet specific technical and regulatory standards, and the procurement process reflects a justified sole source acquisition under FAR provisions. Questions or concerns about this intended award are directed to Catherine Bullard or Troy T. Teachey at the Department of Justice Headquarters in Springfield, Virginia.

General Info

DEA awards sole source contract to Microwave Monolithics for 35 mini GPS locator beacons.

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Department Of Justice → Headquaters

NAICS

541330 - Engineering Services

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PostedJun 18

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Justice → Headquaters

Contacts2 people available

OfficeSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22152, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Justice → Headquaters

Office AddressSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22152, USA

Contacts

Catherine B. Bullard

Troy T Teachey

Full Description

This notice is being publicized in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 5.101 requiring Contracting Officers to disseminate information for proposed contract actions expected to exceed $25,000.00. Further in accordance with FAR Part 6.302-1 it is the intent of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to make award to Microwave Monolithics, Inc. The Office of Investigative Technology (ST) has a requirement for (35) miniature SARSAT Personal Locator Beacons, MicroPLB, Model MBT-040600 Type GX, internal GPS, with an extended battery life of 48 hours. THE PBLs must be small, pocket sized, handheld, and transportable on commercial passenger aircraft in accordance with the Department of Transportation regulartions. In addition, only Microwave Monlolithics produces Type Approved PLBs containing lithium cells authorized to transport on commercial passenger aircraft. Our investigation has found no other manufacturer which can provide a similar product. As a result it has been determined that Microwave Monolithics, Inc. is the only responsible source to provide the necessary equipment. If there are any concerns or issues with regard to DEA's intent please contact Catherine Bullard at +1 (555) 000-0000 or by email @ contact@example.gov.