N66001-20-Q-6138 - NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: University of Michigan

The Naval Information Warfare Center, Pacific (NIWC Pacific) plans to issue a firm fixed price purchase order on a sole source basis to the University of Michigan. This initiative aims to develop and transition innovative research concepts into tangible products that can be showcased to industry partners and potential sponsors. The collaboration will leverage advanced equipment and facilities available at NIWC Pacific, combined with the expertise of naval researchers and university faculty, to ensure the successful design and demonstration of these products. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541713, which pertains to research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, with an employee size standard of 1000. This notice serves as an announcement of intent and is not a solicitation requesting quotes, with the government retaining full discretion over the decision not to compete. Vendors interested in responding must be registered on the SPAWAR e-Commerce platform and the System for Award Management (SAM), holding a registered DUNS and CAGE code. Questions by phone or fax are not considered, and the acquisition will proceed per FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The point of contact for this procurement is Ryan S. Conrad, who can be reached via email. This planned procurement will be managed out of NIWC Pacific in San Diego, California.