61 -- Cable; Applicable to F110-129 Engine

NSN: 6150013088498PRP/N: 7156M45G01 NOUN: Cable Assembly The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under authority of FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received within 30 days of the solicitation issuance will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(C)(1), Justification: Supplies required are available from only one or a limited number of responsible source(s) and no other type of supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. ITEM DESCRIPTION: Electric cable-electric wiring-plastic wrapping. The cable is used in the assembly of the F110-129 engine. The dimensions are approximately 6 to 8 feet in length. The material consists of electrical wiring, silicone tape, aluminum connectors and shrink tubing. Applicable to: F110-129 Destination: FB2039 Best Estimated Qty is 22 each. Quantity ranges will be solicited. Ranges will be 10-15, 16-21 and 22-27. Requirements can change prior to award, therefore, contractors should propose each range. Due Date: December 2004 Qualification requirements: Sources must be qualified prior to being considered for award. The solicitation will contain instructions for obtaining further information on this requirement. The qualification requirements for this item were established prior to 19 Oct 1984 and the requirements of FAR 9.202(A) do not apply. These qualification requirements apply to line item(s) 0001. The approximate issue date of the solicitation will be 9 October, 2003. The response date will be approximately 30 days after the issuance. The anticipated award date will be 3 December 2003. Written and electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation. SOLE SOURCE To: BAE Systems. No telephone requests. POC is Christy Slayton, +1 (555) 000-0000. E-mail written requests to contact@example.gov. No drawings available. All responsible sources solicited may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered. Award will be made only if the offeror, the product/service, or the manufacturer meets qualification requirements at the time of award in accordance with FAR clause 52.209-1. The solicitation will identify the office where additional information can be obtained concerning qualification requirements. It is suggested that small business firms or others interested in subcontracting opportunities in connection with the described procurement make contact with the firm listed. Note: While price will be a significant factor in the evaluation of offers, the final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price and past performance factors as detailed in the solicitation. See Note 26