--Field Deployable Environmental Control Units

The contract issued by the US Army RDECOM Acquisition Center, Natick Contracting Division, calls for the procurement of 31 Field Deployable Environment Control Units (P/N: 9454100-7). This acquisition, identified by requisition number W91A2K-7178-1013, is a full and open competition under NAICS code 334419 and SIC code 3537. The government intends to award a single firm-fixed-price contract to DRS Sustainment Systems, Inc., located in St. Louis, MO, as the sole manufacturer capable of meeting the required specifications. The contract emphasizes a best value approach, evaluating offers based on technical merit, price, and past performance. Deliveries are to be made F.O.B. Destination with inspection and acceptance occurring at the receiving location by the designated authority. The acquisition is managed from the Natick facility in Massachusetts under the Department of Defense. Potential vendors are advised that all inquiries must be submitted in writing to the contract specialist, Ms. Roberta Boswell, with no telephone questions allowed. The contract aims to ensure that the government receives quality control units tailored for field deployment under stringent government standards and timelines.