REPAIR OF WATER JET CUTTING MACHINE

The US Coast Guard Base Miami Beach is planning to award a noncompetitive contract to OMAX Corporation for the repair and provision of parts for the OMAX/MAXIEM water jet cutting machine. This contract will be executed under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, allowing sole-source procurement without competition due to the specialized nature of the equipment. The procurement aligns with a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333517, which pertains to metal cutting machine tool manufacturing, with a size standard of 500 employees. The contract includes the application of several standard Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses related to commercial items, certifications, and statutory requirements. The intended place of performance is Miami, Florida, specifically within the vicinity of the Coast Guard base's operational area. The contracting office responsible is within the Department of Homeland Security, with points of contact provided for inquiries, including Storekeeper First Class Jessica M. Valdes. Although this notice announces intent to award without competition, it serves as a request for information that may influence future competitive procurement decisions. The contract aims to ensure timely and effective maintenance of critical operational equipment essential to the Coast Guard's mission readiness.