J--CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF

The contract involves a single unit of a cartridge assembly identified by NSN 7H-4320-014622055-CP, version 002, to be delivered FOB origin to Cosmodyne Inc. in Seal Beach, California. This procurement is a non-competitive negotiated action, with the government intending to contract only with one source due to the lack of sufficient or suitable data to source or repair the item elsewhere. Although interested parties may express their interest or capabilities to respond before the award date, the government retains full discretion on whether to proceed competitively based on the information received. Responses will primarily assist the government in deciding if a competitive procurement is necessary. The solicitation is classified as a presolicitation under the title "J--CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF" and is managed by the Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support Mechanical office, part of the Department of Defense located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. This action emphasizes the requirement for repair or modification of the cartridge assembly and underscores the government's reliance on the current single source provider, reflecting the specialized nature of the part and repair process. The absence of set-aside status and further competition highlights the unique circumstances surrounding this contract.