SOLE SOURCE - ATTACKMASTER

The NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Groton Office plans to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to LTX-Credence Corporation for the supply of ATS1 Attackmaster Test Systems, spanning a base period from October 1, 2015, to September 30, 2016. This contract will not be open for competition based on FAR 6.302-1, which authorizes non-competitive awards under certain conditions. The notice issued is not a solicitation for proposals or quotations, but the government is inviting any challenges to the sole source determination to be submitted in writing, providing sufficient evidence that an equivalent product or service exists to meet government requirements. Such challenges must be sent to the designated government contact for consideration. The contract is identified under the solicitation number N0018915TG271 with a NAICS code of 519190, although specific details about the type of set aside, organization type, or the exact place of performance were not provided. The decision whether or not to open the requirement to competition following any challenges is exclusively at the government's discretion. This sole source contract reflects the government's intent to maintain continuity or leverage unique capabilities associated with the ATS1 Attackmaster Test Systems provided by LTX-Credence Corporation.