59--SOLE SOURCE PROCUREMENT OF GLTD-II GROUND LASER TARGET SYSTEM IN SUPPORT OF FOREIGN MILITARY SALES

The contract involves a sole source procurement for GLTD-II Ground Laser Target Systems, intended to support foreign military sales. The procurement is to be negotiated exclusively with Northrop Grumman Corporation, located in Apopka, Florida, under the provisions of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(4), which allows for non-competitive contract awards. The contract aligns with the NAICS code 334511, covering navigational, measuring, electromedical, and control instruments manufacturing, and falls under the Federal Supply Classification code 5999. This solicitation is issued by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division, part of the Department of Defense, with their office based in Indian Head, Maryland. The presolicitation was posted on July 15, 2011, and while the place of performance details are not specifically provided, all inquiries related to the procurement are directed to Omar Roque at the Indian Head Division. The contract underscores a focus on specialized defense technology acquisition through a streamlined sole source process due to the unique capabilities provided by the designated contractor.