COMPUTER, DIGITAL
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The contract involves the procurement of digital computers (Nomenclature: Digital Computer, NSN 7021-01-649-5002, PN 822-3109-101) intended for use on the KC-46 aircraft. These devices are critical components responsible for transmitting data to the Display Unit to generate Electronic Flight Instrument System and Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System display formats. The solicitation, identified as SPRTA1-26-R-0308, was issued on June 12, 2026, with a closing date of July 13, 2026. The total quantity sought is 10 units, with a permissible range between 2 and 15 units, and delivery is required on or before May 12, 2027, to the specified destination, SW3211. The digital computers measure approximately 14.86 inches by 10.27 inches by 7.86 inches, weigh 20 pounds, and are produced under the design control of Rockwell Collins, Inc. This acquisition is not set aside for any particular business category, and no export control or qualification requirements apply, although Unique Identification (UID) marking is mandatory. The government does not possess the intellectual property rights necessary for manufacturing these computers and encourages interested firms to consult the original equipment manufacturer. The procurement falls under limited source justification, with the government aiming to negotiate with only a few responsible sources. Proposals will be accepted from all responsible sources within a designated period, and the award decision will consider both price and past performance. Electronic solicitation procedures are employed exclusively, with documents available via the SAM website. An ombudsman has been appointed to address contractor concerns confidentially during the proposal phase, and inquiries about the contract can be directed to the buyer, Michael Hannan.
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PR: FD2030-26-01186
1. Estimated issue date and estimated closing/response date:
Issue: 12 Jun 2026
Closes: 13 Jul 2026
2. RFP: SPRTA1-26-R-0308
3. Service/Spare/Repair/OH: Spares
4. AMC: 3/D
5. Nomenclature/Noun: Digital Computer
6. NSNs: 7021-01-649-5002
7. PN: 822-3109-101
8. History: None
9. Description/Function: The DPC is responsible for transmitting data to the Display Unit (DU) to create Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) and Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System (EICAS) display formats. DIMENTIONS, 14.86 INCH LONG BY 10.27 INCH WIDE BY 7.86 INCH TALL. WEIGHT: 20.00 LBS: MATERIAL CONTENT, Not Listed.
10. Total Line-Item Quantity: L/I 0001 – 10 Each (Range: 2 EACH - 15 EACH)
11. Application (Engine or Aircraft): KC-46
12. Destination: L/I 0001 Ship to SW3211
13. Required Delivery: L/I 0001 Ship To SW3211, On or Before 12 May 2027
14. Qualification Requirements: Do not exist.
15. Export Control Requirements: No
16. UID: Note to Contractor: UID requirements will apply
17. Design Control Activity: Rockwell Collins, Inc. (CAGE 0EFD0)
18. Set-aside: This acquisition will not be set aside
19. Mandatory Language:
The Government does not own the data or the rights to the data needed to manufacture this item. Firms interested in participating in this procurement are encouraged to contact the OEM to inquire about the data or rights to the data.
In accordance with FAR 5.207(c)(16)(i), all responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.
Foreign owned firms are advised to contact the contracting officer or program manager before submitting a proposal to determine whether there are restrictions on receiving an award.
It is suggested that small business firms or others interested in subcontracting opportunities in connection with the procurement described make contract with the firms listed.
This acquisition involves technology that has a military or space application. The extent of foreign participation has not yet been determined. Nothing in this notice contradicts other restrictions, identified in the synopsis notice or solicitation, regarding eligible sources (e.g., if this is a small business set aside, foreign sources may not participate as potential prime contractors but could, if otherwise eligible, participate as subcontractors).
Based upon market research, the Government is not using the policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the supplies or services described. However, interested persons may identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government's requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
Government's obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for this contract and until the Contractor receives notice of such availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer
Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation. Hardcopies of the solicitation will not be sent from this office. The solicitation will be available for download only at www.sam.gov.
Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c) (1), Justification: supplies (or Services) required are available from only one or a limited number of responsible source(s) and no other type of supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The proposed contract action is for supplies and services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one, or a limited number of sources under the authority of FAR 6.302.
This notice of intent is not a request for competition. However, all proposals received within 45 days (30 days if award is issued under an existing basic ordering agreement) after date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
Note: While price will be a significant factor in the evaluation of offers, the final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price and past performance factors as detailed in the solicitation.
Note: An Ombudsman has been appointed to hear concerns from offerors or potential offerors during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. The purpose of the Ombudsman is not to diminish the authority of the program director or contracting officer, but to communicate contractor concerns, issues, disagreements and recommendations to the appropriate government personnel. When requested, the Ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The Ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals or in the source selection process. Interested parties are invited to call the Ombudsman at (405) 855-3552. DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR SOLICITATION REQUESTS.
Request for written quotation will be issued. Only written or faxed requests received directly from the requestors are acceptable. The anticipated award date will be 90 days after the issuance of this notice.
20. Buyer name and email address: Questions concerning this synopsis or subsequent solicitation can be directed to the buyer Michael Hannan at micahel.hannan.1@us.af.mil.