Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The Marine Corps Systems Command plans to negotiate and award a sole source contract to L-3 Communications Cincinnati Electronics for the repair of M36E3 Thermal Sight System Thermal Elbows, citing FAR 6.302-1 as the basis for non-competitive procurement. This procurement is specifically targeted to a single supplier due to unique capabilities or proprietary reasons, and the Government is not seeking competitive proposals or issuing a formal solicitation. Interested parties may express their interest by submitting relevant capability and past performance information by 4:00 pm local time on May 11, 2011, although the Government retains full discretion to proceed without competition. The contract identifies the solicitation number M6785411RAAVS and falls under the NAICS code 336992, related to military armored vehicle manufacturing. The office responsible for this procurement is located in Quantico, Virginia, and inquiries must be submitted in writing to the designated Contract Specialist, Monica Hurui, via email. No phone calls will be accepted regarding this notice, and the Government will not cover any costs incurred by respondents. This notice serves as an official announcement of the intent to sole source and does not represent a solicitation or awarding of the contract at this stage.