66--PATCHES, PASSIVE

The contract involves the procurement of 100 units of NSN 1H-6665-016866039-X3, identified as passive patches, to be delivered to DLA Distribution Norfolk, Virginia. The award is intended exclusively for AMS Network LLC, located in Charlotte, North Carolina, under an arrangement where the government plans to negotiate directly with this single source rather than seeking competitive bids. Although this notice allows interested parties to express their interest or submit quotes, the government retains sole discretion on whether to pursue competition based on the responses received. The rationale for limiting competition stems from the fact that the government does not possess ownership or rights to the data necessary for producing or repairing this part, nor is it economically feasible to acquire the data or reverse engineer the component. This presolicitation, issued by the Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support office in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, emphasizes that the contract pertains to supplies crucial to Department of Defense operations. The government’s decision-making process reflects an effort to balance operational needs with cost-effectiveness, ensuring the part is sourced efficiently while safeguarding proprietary information. The point of contact for further inquiries is Brianna Walker, who can be reached via phone or email for additional information regarding this procurement.