L3 Communication Satellite Equipment

The Joint Contracting Command - Iraq intends to award a sole source contract to L3 Communications Narda Satellite Networks, located in Hauppauge, New York, for the procurement of a satellite modem and converter along with transfer cases. These items are intended to replace defective components within the existing satellite communications infrastructure. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Although this notice is not a request for quotes and no formal solicitation will be issued, other qualified vendors capable of providing the required equipment are invited to respond by March 18, 2009, 18:00 local Baghdad time. The contract is identified under solicitation number W91YJS903770008 and falls under the NAICS code 517410, which covers satellite communications equipment. The awarding agency is the Department of Defense, specifically the W6GZ Element Mnstc-i Supply Division, with the office located in APO, AE 09365. The point of contact for this procurement is Contracting Officer Charles Jones, who can be reached via email or phone. The contract supports the replacement of critical equipment to maintain operational integrity in satellite communications networks in Iraq.