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Center Vented Hatch Assemblies

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The contract involves a sole source procurement by SPAWARSYSCEN Atlantic for Center Vented Hatch Assemblies and their associated Hatch Cases, to be supplied by BAE Technology Solutions & Services Inc. This purchase is justified under FAR 6.302-1 because BAE Systems is the only manufacturer with proprietary rights and specifications for these specialized hatches, which are essential components integrated with the Joint Threat Warning/Air System (JTWS/Air) deployed on C-130 aircraft. The acquisition supports Air Force Special Operations Force missions and continues a previous procurement from 2010, emphasizing the unique compatibility and operational requirements this equipment must meet. The contract will be a Commercial, Firm-Fixed-Price type under the Test Procedures of FAR 13.5, with the applicable NAICS code 334290 and a small business size standard of 750 employees. While this notice is a formal announcement of intent and not a solicitation for bids or proposals, interested responsible sources could express their interest by a specified date, although the government retains discretion over whether to allow competition. The procurement addresses operational needs under the Overseas Contingency Operations/OEF context and underscores the importance of maintaining continuity with existing systems and trusted vendors.

General Info

Sole source firm-fixed-price contract with BAE for proprietary hatch assemblies on C-130 aircraft.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Niwc Atlantic

NAICS

334290 - Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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PostedAug 18

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Niwc Atlantic

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OfficeNORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29419-9022, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Niwc Atlantic

Office AddressNORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29419-9022, USA

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Full Description

THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT, NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. A SOLICITATIONDOCUMENT WILL NOT BE ISSUED AND PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE REQUESTED. SPAWARSYSCEN Atlantic intends to award a sole source contract pursuant to the authority of FAR 6.302-1 to BAE Technology Solutions & Services Inc (BAE Systems), 1601 Research Boulevard, Rockville, MD 20850-3126, for the following: -Center Vented Hatch Assemblies and associated Hatch Cases This procurement is based on the determination that the Governments need can best be satisfied by supplies and services available from only one source. This acquisition will be integrated with the Joint Threat Warning/Air System (JTWS/Air) to meet specific critical design, functional and operational requirements necessary for Air Force Special Operations Force (AFSOC) mission support. The proposed sole source contractor, BAE Systems, is the only manufacturer of the Center Vented Hatch Assemblies and holds proprietary drawings and specifications to manufacture these specialized products. These hatches are a component of the JTWS Air System and must be compatible with the existing JTWS Air Systems currently installed on the C-130s. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements as implemented by FAR 6.302-1. This is a follow on procurement in support of the OCO/OEF, as the end user procured the same hatches from BAE in 2010. A Commercial, Firm-Fixed-Price type contract issued under the Test Procedures of FAR 13.5 is anticipated. The applicable North American Industry Classification (NAICS) Code is 334290 and the Small Business Size Standard is 750 employees. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. Responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to provide this service by responding no later than 29 August 2011, 1300 EST. POC is Lacey Carr, contact@example.gov. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement, but determination is solely within the discretion of the Government. No telephone requests accepted.