--INFRARED MARKING SYSTEM

The Directorate of Contracting (DOC) Fort Campbell has a requirement for Infrared Raised Angle Marking Systems (IRAMS) and Boresight Panel Kits for the AH-64 Apache. The purpose of the IRAMS is to provide a clear point of reference for landing in al l weather conditions including brownouts. The IRAMS shall contain everything needed to securely mark Forward Arming and Refueling Points (FARPs), landing zones, and drop zones in all light, weather, and adverse environmental conditions. Specifications r equired are as follows: 1) The marking system shall be easily detected by aviators, with Night Vision Goggles (NVGs) or Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR), during total darkness and/or brownout, limited visibility, and other adverse weather conditions. 2) Secure: None of the Infrared panels emit visible light and all require a FLIR, thermal imager, or NVGs to be viewed. 3) The IRAMS is required to be highly durable, lightweight, quick to assemble/disassemble, easily transportable, requires little storage space and maintenance, and has a high shelf life. The IRAMS should be able to withstand various weather and temperatures variations (high to low). Spare/Repair parts are required to be included with the IRAMS System. Vendor shall provide training to us e the equipment. A five-year warranty is required on all parts and pieces of the system, including spares. For severe weather conditions, power may be selected for the IRAMS system. Any 12 Volt or 24 Volt power source may provide power. The IRAMS syste m allows the operator to select between a hot infrared signature, cold infrared signature, near infrared signature or any combination. The Apache Boresight Panel Kit is required to sight in infrared weapons sighting systems of the AH-64 Apache attack heli copter. The mobile, self-sustaining, compact and deployable weapons sighting system shall be suitable for use in dusty desert environment. The Apache Boresight Panel is contained on an articulating frame, and consists of an infrared element, visible ligh t element, control electronics and a fabric panel. The procurement will be conducted on a sole source basis in accordance with the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. The IRAMS is the only infrared marking and signaling system designed to work with both FLIR systems and NVGs and able to withstand severe desert conditions. The DOC intends to negotiate a firm fixed-price c ontract with TVI Corporation, located in Glenn Dale, MD. The requirement is for 6 each IRAMS Signaling Panels Systems, (PN: IN-IRAM-0001-01; 3 each IRAMS Powered Symbol Markers (Circle), (PN: IN-IRAM-2310-01); 3 each IRAMS Powered Symbol Markers (Square), (PN: IN-IRAM-2311-01); 3 each IRAMS Powered Symbol Markers (Triangle), (PN: IN-IRAM-2312-01); 6 each IRAMS Rechargeable Battery Systems, consisting of 6 Batteries and 3 Chargers (PN: IN-BAPS-1026-03); 8 each Apache Boresight Panels (PN: IN-BSPN-1550-01); 8 each PP-105 Hi-Cap Rechargeable Batteries for Boresight Panel (PN: IN-BAPS-1025-03); 8 each Battery Chargers for Boresight Panels (PN: IN-BAPS-1051-03); 12 each 2000 watt power inverters (PN: IN-BAPS-1101-06). The NAICS Code for this procurement is 334 511. Small business size standard is 750 employees. This sole source procurement is under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and Other Than Full and Open Competition. THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES, however; any firm that believ es it can meet the requirements may give written notification to the Contracting Officer within 21 days from date of the publication of this synopsis. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to comply with the requirements listed. Responses received will be evaluated and a determination by the Government of acceptability will be made. If no responses are received, t he Government will proceed with the negotiation of a sole source contract with TVI, Glenn Dale, MD. Responses are due by 8 July 05, 2:00 p.m. (CST). Responses shall be submitted via e-mail, to the following address: contact@example.gov or faxed respon ses will be accepted at +1 (555) 000-0000. Telephone requests or inquires will not be accepted. Points of contact are Ms. Gertrude Colbert, Contracting Officer, +1 (555) 000-0000 or Kevin Day, Contract Specialist +1 (555) 000-0000.