65--X-RAY TUBE

The contract involves a sole source purchase order for an x-ray tube, including its installation, using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. This procurement is a follow-on acquisition directed to National X-ray Corporation in Flowery Branch, Georgia, as they are the only authorized supplier capable of providing the item. The x-ray tube is unique, originally manufactured by this company, which also retains exclusive support capabilities for the unit. Due to these circumstances, the contract will be awarded without full and open competition, as permitted under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1. This notice is not a solicitation for offers but serves to inform interested parties about the government's intent. Responses will be reviewed primarily to assess the potential for future competitive procurements, with the Government having sole discretion whether or not to compete this acquisition. The contract is managed by the McAlester Army Ammo Plant, under the Department of Defense, and the relevant point of contact is Mr. Kent W. Hackett. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 334517, which corresponds to electronic tube manufacturing.