A--ARC FAULT DETECTOR SYSTEM

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, located in Philadelphia, is seeking to procure eighty-two Arc Fault Detector System circuit boards for surface platforms. This acquisition is being conducted on a sole source basis, with Photo Research, Inc. identified as the exclusive supplier. The contract opportunity was initially posted as a presolicitation on October 31, 2008, under solicitation number N6554009T5006. The posting and related information are accessible through both the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) website and the Navy Electronic Commerce Online (NECO) platform, with NECO serving as an alternative access point if FBO is unavailable. Interested parties or those with inquiries about the solicitation can direct their questions via email to the Navy representative listed, Stacey Thompson. The requirement reflects a specific need to upgrade or maintain essential electronic components for naval surface platforms, underscoring the critical role of the Arc Fault Detector System in ensuring operational safety and reliability. The procurement is managed through the Department of Defense's office based in Bethesda, Maryland, although the exact place of performance is not specified. This solicitation prioritizes continuity and direct engagement with the sole source manufacturer to meet the Navy's operational specifications.