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Padded Ballistic Inserts

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FA520924Q047AFederal

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The 374th Contracting Squadron at Yokota AFB intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to FirstSpear LLC for the procurement of Padded Ballistic Inserts, specifically Small Arms Protective Inserts (SAPI) and Overlap padded ballistic inserts. This decision is based on the determination that FirstSpear is the only source reasonably available that can provide ballistic plate inserts compatible with the current protective vests used by the aircrew. The inserts are designed to enhance flotation capabilities for aircrew members in the event of bailing out over large bodies of water, supporting their safety and mission readiness. This notice serves to inform interested parties but does not constitute a solicitation, nor will requests for solicitation documents be considered. The government will review any submitted information solely to assess whether a competitive procurement would be appropriate in the future. Firms wishing to challenge this sole source determination must provide evidence of technical capability, certifications, and reasons why competition would benefit the government without causing undue cost or delay. FirstSpear LLC has a track record of supplying similar products to the government, reinforcing the rationale for the sole source award. Questions about the acquisition can be directed to the contracting officer, SrA Daniel Strouse.

General Info

Sole source contract awarded to FirstSpear for ballistic inserts enhancing aircrew flotation safety.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA5209 374 Cons Pk

NAICS

315990 - Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing

Place of Performance

APO, AP, 96328, JPN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source - Padded Ballistic Inserts (FA520924Q047A)

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Timeline

PostedJun 12

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA5209 374 Cons Pk

Contacts2 people available

OfficeAPO, AP, 96328-5228, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA5209 374 Cons Pk

Office AddressAPO, AP, 96328-5228, USA

Contacts

Daniel R Strouse

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Loren E. Farnam

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Full Description

Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Project Title: Padded Ballistic Inserts Reference Number: FA520924Q047A The 374th Contracting Squadron, Yokota AFB, hereby submits an intent to award the Padded Ballistic Inserts requirement as a sole source requirement. The Government intends to award a firm-fixed-priced contract to FirstSpear, LLC, under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) wherein the circumstances of the proposed contract action deem only one source reasonably available. The 374th Contracting Squadron will be procuring Small Arms Protective Inserts (SAPI) and Overlap, padded ballistic inserts provided by FirstSpear LLC. The SAPI and Overlap padded ballistic inserts will allow the aircrew better flotation capabilities in case of bailing out over an ocean or large body of water. FirstSpear LLC, is the only company that can provide the style of ballistic plate insert that is compatible with the current vests. *This notice does not constitute a solicitation document. Requests for such documents will not be considered. However, all information received after publication of this notice will be considered SOLELY for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future. A determination by the Government not to open the requirement to competition based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be evaluated as to confirm or deny the decision to conduct a competitive procurement. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice. The Government will not pay for information received. Firms who desire to challenge this sole source action must submit an interest letter (email is acceptable) that demonstrates technical expertise, certifications, and authorization to compete for this acquisition. The letter must describe clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government and will not be cost or time prohibitive. * FirstSpear LLC, has sold similar products to the United States Government and is able to meet the government's needs. Any questions regarding this acquisition should be directed to: SrA Daniel Strouse, Contracting Officer, Email daniel.strouse@us.af.mil