59--Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract

The Department of Defense's Acquisition Headquarters office issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract for Motorola Radio Parts specifically for the XTS 3000 and 5000 series. The contract, identified by solicitation number W912D212T0007, was posted on December 12, 2011. It falls under the NAICS code 423490, which pertains to radio, television, and miscellaneous communications equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers. The contract will be executed through a sole source procurement process, indicating that Motorola is the exclusive supplier for these parts, likely due to proprietary technology or compatibility requirements. The office responsible for the contract is located in APO, AE, with a postal code of 09366-0000. The notice does not specify the place of performance beyond the contracting office location, nor does it provide details on set-aside types or associated points of contact. This sole source award aims to ensure uninterrupted supply and compatibility of critical communication equipment parts for defense operations, highlighting the strategic importance of maintaining existing Motorola radio systems.