J--Repair one ThermoVision 2000GS tracking camera

The White Sands Missile Range Contracting Office in New Mexico intends to issue a sole source contract to FLIR Systems, Inc. for the repair of one ThermoVision 2000 GS tracking camera. This action is authorized under FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii)(A), which allows for non-competitive awards when supplies are available only from the original source, particularly in cases involving follow-on contracts for specialized equipment where competition would result in substantial duplication of cost to the government. The contract relates to the continued maintenance of highly specialized defense equipment, emphasizing the unique capability of the original manufacturer to provide the necessary repair services. The NAICS code for this procurement is 333314, with a size standard of 500 employees, and it is not a request for competitive quotes. Although no solicitation package will be issued, the government will consider responses received by December 18, 2013, to assess the ability of any interested parties to meet the requirements. However, the decision to compete future procurements remains at the government's discretion. The contracting office's point of contact for this action is Dennis G. Donaldson, and the contract is identified by solicitation number W9124Q14R0002. This procurement underscores the importance of maintaining existing specialized defense equipment through direct engagement with the original equipment manufacturer.