Teardown, Test and Evaluation Services for AN/ASK-7 System

This contract involves teardown, test, and evaluation services for the AN/ASK-7 system and is identified by solicitation number FA8539-13-Q-01020. It is a limited source requirement awarded to GE Aviation Systems under an unusual and compelling urgency provision, which allows the government to restrict competition to prevent serious injury to its operations. Consequently, the solicitation will not be publicly available and can only be obtained directly through the Contract Specialist or Contracting Officer. The work is to be performed in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and falls under the NAICS code 334511, which relates to electronic components manufacturing. The justification for limiting competition stems from the urgent need to meet operational supply or service demands, aligned with 10 USC 2304(c)(2) and FAR 6.302-2 regulations. The designated point of contact for this opportunity is Kimberly F. Waddleton, reachable by phone or email for interested parties who require additional information. This presolicitation was posted on July 30, 2013, and emphasizes the critical nature of timely acquisition in support of government objectives.