--Notice of Intent To Sole Source

The United States Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity intends to award a contract on a non-competitive basis for fifty (50) Positive Pressure Personnel Suits (20 size medium, 20 size large and 10 size extra large) called Chemturion Suits. Part Numbers 3530-10001-01-size demoninator. The anticipated award will be made under the Authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source, to ILC Dover, Fredrica, Delaware. ILC Dover is the sole manufacturer that possesses the ability for manufacturing this item. Qualities unique to these suits are: Optical Grade Plastic Visor with 300 degree visibility, soft boots manufactured of the same material as the suit and sized pro portionally to the suit size, Dynet-type closure (a gas-tight closure seal with integral teeth) in reversed position, Noise lever less than or equal to 85 decibels, Manifold inlet thread compatible with commercial  male NPT fitting, High volume air flow and a rugged design allowing for repeated use. The suit comes with a five (5) year limited warranty on materials and workmanship. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The response date for this solicitat ion is to be July 15, 2006, 5PM. The shipments will be FOB destination. The delivery schedule with be sixteen (16) weeks after order placement. Packaging and packing shall be in accordance in accordance with standard commercial packaging. The Point of Contact of this action is Anthony Petrore, Contracting Officer, +1 (555) 000-0000 or contact@example.gov