J--MODEM,COMMUNICATION, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF

The contract involves the procurement of 10 units of a communication modem identified by NSN 7R-5895-014576468-FX, version TDP 008, to be delivered FOB origin to L-3 Services, Inc. in San Diego, California. This acquisition is planned as a sole-source negotiation, meaning the government intends to contract exclusively with an existing supplier, citing insufficient data to procure the part from alternative sources. Although this notice is not a solicitation for competitive quotes, potential suppliers are invited to express interest or submit quotes, which may be considered before award. The government retains sole discretion in choosing whether to compete the contract further, using the information received primarily to decide on competitive procurement actions. Administered by the Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support office in Philadelphia, the contract pertains to the repair or modification of communication modems. Issued as a presolicitation under the solicitation number N0038312PG116, the contract stipulates delivery to a specified location and clarifies the nature of the procurement as a sole-source action. The government emphasizes its reliance on the current supplier due to the lack of adequate data to source the item elsewhere, referencing specific notes for further details. This approach underscores the strategic importance of timely and reliable supply for the Department of Defense communications equipment maintenance.