80--CCAD SPECIAL NOTICE-sole source commercial purchase order to Cytech Engineered Materials

The Corpus Christi Army Depot in Texas plans to award a sole source commercial purchase order to Cytech Engineered Materials located in Havre De Grace, Maryland, under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). This contract is specifically for the procurement of FM 1000 adhesive films, which are critical for helicopter repair operations at the depot. The sole source award reflects the proprietary nature of the materials required, indicating that Cytech Engineered Materials is uniquely qualified to supply these adhesive films. The contract falls under NAICS code 325520, which pertains to adhesives and other chemical products manufacturing, and is overseen by the Department of Defense office identified as W6QK Ccad Contr Office. The solicitation was posted on November 4, 2013, and the purchase supports ongoing maintenance and repair efforts essential to the operational readiness of military helicopters serviced at the Corpus Christi facility. The arrangement underscores the strategic importance of specialized materials in military logistics and maintenance activities.