J--Repair, Testing, and Calibration of two (2) Cemen Tech volumetric concrete mixers

The US Army Corps of Engineers' Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) plans to award a sole source contract to CEMEN TECH, INC. for the repair, testing, and calibration of two volumetric concrete mixers exclusively manufactured by this company. CEMEN TECH is uniquely qualified as the sole provider able to ensure proper maintenance and calibration of these mixers, which have been specially adjusted for use with proprietary rapid setting materials developed in collaboration with ERDC. The contract will utilize simplified acquisition procedures under FAR 13, and no competitive solicitation will be issued, although other interested parties may submit capability statements or proposals by a specified deadline for consideration. This acquisition, identified under solicitation number W81EWF20660289 and classified under NAICS code 333120, involves critical maintenance services to support full-scale demonstrations requiring highly specialized equipment calibration. The Government emphasizes single-source procurement authority due to the proprietary nature of the mixers and materials involved, ensuring continuity and quality for research applications. The opportunity was publicly posted on May 15, 2012, with responses due by May 23, 2012, and all inquiries directed to the designated contract specialist.