Platform Integration Kits for Light Armored Vehicle/Blue Force Tracker

The Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) is set to issue a competitive solicitation for Blue Force Tracker (BFT) integration kits specifically designed for Light Armored Vehicles (LAVs). This procurement will be conducted as a 100% Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 334419, with eligibility limited to businesses with a maximum of 500 employees. The contract type will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with firm fixed pricing, allowing the Government flexibility in ordering quantities over time. The solicitation is scheduled for release around January 19, 2013, with proposals due 35 days following publication. All terms and conditions will be spelled out in the formal solicitation, which will be accessible via the Federal Business Opportunities website. Interested parties must actively monitor the website for updates and independently download the solicitation and any amendments, as these will not be otherwise distributed. The Government will not cover any costs incurred in preparing responses. To be eligible for contract award, companies must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database and the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA). Questions regarding the solicitation should be directed to the designated Contract Specialist, Ms. Sally Aultman, via provided contact information. The place of performance and full requirements will be detailed in the solicitation documents, which ensure compliance with all applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations and acquisition guidelines.