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The contract involves the acquisition of eight units of a specific item identified by NSN 7H-2990-014971952, related to starter engines for air systems, which require repair or modification. The delivery terms specify FOB origin, with the items to be shipped to Parker-Hannifin Corporation in Irvine, California. This contract is issued by the Department of Defense, specifically through the Navsup Weapon Systems Support Mech office in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. The contracting action is planned as a negotiated procurement with a single source, reflecting that the government currently lacks sufficient data to source the part from any supplier other than the existing one. Although this notice is not a request for competitive quotes, interested parties can express interest or submit quotes prior to the award date for consideration. However, the government retains full discretion over whether to proceed with a competitive process, with responses primarily used to determine if competition is feasible. The contract is part of solicitation N0010412PCD25 and was posted as a presolicitation in early 2012. The government’s intent is focused on ensuring the availability and modification of these specialized components without broad competition, emphasizing the unique nature of the item and the reliance on Parker-Hannifin Corp as the current source.