COOLING COIL, AIR DUCT

Defense Supply Center Philadelphia intends to procure 2,490 units of the Cooling Coil, Air Duct (NSN 4130-01-152-1531) specifically designed for the F-16 Dual Mode Transmitter. This item is a sole source product manufactured exclusively by Northrup Grumman (CAGE 97942). The procurement requires special packaging and delivery to the Direct Vendor Delivery location identified by DODAAC SW3210. Deliveries will be made FOB Destination, with inspections conducted upon arrival. The schedule anticipates shipments of 50 units per month beginning nine months after the contract award date, allowing for partial and early deliveries. This acquisition is unrestricted, and although all responsible sources may submit proposals when the solicitation is issued, the government is not obligated to make any purchase as a result of this notice. The solicitation is expected to be released on October 1, 2009, and will be accessible via the DLA DIBBS website. Questions or requests for additional information can be directed to Contract Specialist Dante Aleman or Contracting Officer Joseph J. McHenry Jr. The notice clarifies that it does not represent a Request for Proposal, Quote, or Bid but serves as a presolicitation announcement to inform interested parties.