Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source

Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC intends to award a sole source contract to HDT Expeditionary Systems, Inc. for replacement parts and accessories for Base X shelter tents under the authority of FAR 6.302-1(a)(iii), which allows for non-competitive procurement when only one responsible source is available. The contract decision is based on the unique capability of HDT Expeditionary Systems to meet the agency's specific requirements. While this notice is not a request for competitive proposals, interested parties are invited to express their interest and demonstrate their capability to fulfill the requirement by submitting information by December 11, 2008. All responses will be considered solely to determine whether a competitive procurement is necessary. No solicitation documents are available, and the government retains full discretion not to pursue competition based on the information received. The contract falls under NAICS code 314912 and is managed by the Commanding General at the Department of Defense. Communication regarding this notice is directed to Tracy Fulks at Camp Lejeune, with contact details provided for phone, fax, and email. The place of performance is Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.