LM-4B Thru Hull Launcher

The Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic, located in Charleston, South Carolina, is seeking to procure the LM-4B Thru Hull Launcher through a firm-fixed-price delivery order. This procurement will be conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold as a single-source acquisition, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), meaning that this notice serves as an intent to award rather than a request for competitive quotes. Interested firms must express their interest and demonstrate their capability within four days from the notice posting date. The government retains the discretion to determine whether to proceed with a competitive procurement based on the responses received. This procurement is managed by Contract Specialist Curtis L. Reid, who is the point of contact for inquiries and submissions, with a deadline for responses by 3:00 PM EST on August 4, 2023. Responses should be submitted via email, and the government will not compensate respondents for any information provided. There is also a possibility that the government may proceed with a brand-name purchase depending on the information collected. The solicitation number is N65236_SNOTE_069FC7F5, and the acquisition falls under NAICS code 334511, typically associated with electronic tube manufacturing, indicating the technical nature of the product. The place of performance is not specified beyond the office location in North Charleston, South Carolina.