59 -- UPS Systems Batteries for Bldg 1900, Scott AFB IL

The 375 Contracting Squadron at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, plans to award a sole source purchase order to MGE UPS Systems for supplying and installing batteries for the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems at the United Space Technology Center (USTC) located on the base. The contracting action is justified under FAR 6.302-1(a), which allows for a non-competitive award when only one responsible source can meet the agency’s requirements. The project involves furnishing and installing 240 new C&D Technology batteries, disposing of the old batteries, and ensuring the EPS-6300 300KVA UPS systems are fully operational and certified as functioning correctly before completion. All work must be finished by December 31, 2002. This contract falls under NAICS code 335911 and is handled by the Department of Defense office at Scott AFB. The announcement serves solely as an informational synopsis and does not bind the Government to award the contract or incur any costs associated with the posting. The primary points of contact for this procurement are Denise A. Hamilton, Contract Specialist, and John M. Elliott, Chief of the Acquisition Flight, both reachable via provided email and phone contacts.