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The contract involves a sole source purchase order awarded by the 4th Contracting Squadron at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base to International Automated Systems, Inc. This agreement establishes a Preventive Maintenance Agreement for the External Aircraft Fuel Tank Conveyer Storage System, a proprietary product unique to this manufacturer. The system is critical for the Seymour Johnson Vertical Tank Storage Facility, offering significant advantages in space efficiency and storage capacity by holding 285 more external fuel tanks than conventional stands in an organized, centralized manner. With three lines capable of storing 100 tanks each, the system operates primarily on commercial power with backup generator support, and it can also be manually operated in case of electrical failure. The system’s continuous operation is vital to the mission, and its replacement value is approximately $1.4 million. Due to the proprietary nature of the system and the absence of alternative suppliers capable of providing the necessary components, technical data, and maintenance expertise, the contract will proceed without competition under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, as authorized by federal regulations. International Automated Systems, Inc. previously maintained the equipment, possessing the detailed knowledge required for effective upkeep. The solicitation was posted on June 23, 2014, with a closing date for responses set for June 27, 2014, and an anticipated award date of July 3, 2014. Points of contact for this procurement include A1C Orlando Loaiza and MSgt Michael Demers at Seymour Johnson AFB.

General Info

Sole source preventive maintenance contract for proprietary aircraft fuel tank conveyer system at Seymour Johnson AFB.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA4809 4TH Cons Squadron Cc

NAICS

333922 - Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Seymour Johnson AFB, GOLDSBORO, NC, 27531, USA

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PostedJun 23

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4809 4TH Cons Squadron Cc

Contacts2 people available

OfficeSEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB, NC, 27531-2456, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4809 4TH Cons Squadron Cc

Office AddressSEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB, NC, 27531-2456, USA

Contacts

Orlando Loaiza

Michael J Demers

Full Description

TITLE: Sole Source Acquisition to Establish Preventive Maintenance Agreement for External Aircraft Fuel Tank Conveyer Storage System The 4th Contracting Squadron, Seymour Johnson AFB, NC intends to award a sole source purchase order to International Automated Systems, Inc. Requirement is to establish a Preventive Maintenance Agreement for maintenance and repairs for the External Aircraft Fuel Tank Conveyer Storage System at Seymour Johnson AFB. The current External Aircraft Fuel Tank Conveyer Storage System is employed by Seymour Johnson Vertical Tank Storage Facility is a proprietary product of International Automated Systems, Inc. who has proprietary rights for this existing system. Manufacturer: International Automated Systems, Inc. This purchase will be made under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and Other Than Full and Open Competition as authorized by FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(b), Only one source is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the government not to compete this proposed contract lies solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive requirement. The closing date for this synopsis is 27 June 2014 at 1:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time. The anticipated award date is 3 July 2014. For information regarding this purchase, please contact A1C Orlando Loaiza at +1 (555) 000-0000 or MSgt Michael Demers at +1 (555) 000-0000. APPLICABILITY OF AUTHORITY: Request to award this requirement to only one source, International Automated Systems, Inc. The Aircraft Fuel Tank Conveyer Storage System is a proprietary system. Necessary components and technical data are not available through any other source. This equipment takes up 1/3 the space and can store 285 more external fuel tanks than conventional horizontal tank stands and provides an organized method to centralize assets for annual inspection of each tank. The system has three lines capable of storing 100 tanks per line. The entire system runs from commercial power. During power failures, a backup generator is available. In the event commercial or generator malfunction, each line can be operated manually without electrical power. If a mechanical failure occurs on line, the other lines can be used if one line is down. The mission would be negatively impacted if the system could not be operated electrically and manually (structural or mechanical failure). International Automated Systems, Inc. was awarded the previous contract for maintenance for this equipment, so they have existing knowledge of the system and the requirements to maintain it. Replacement cost for this equipment is approximately 1.4 million dollars.