VDATS New PA-1 DC Load

This procurement is a sole-source solicitation issued by the Department of Defense through the FA8571 Maintenance Contracting unit at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, targeting Chroma Systems Solutions, Inc. (CAGE 1YK31) for the delivery of VDATS parts, specifically 12 units of the High Power DC Electronic Load Model #63203A-1200-120 and 12 units of the Ethernet Interface Model #A636010, both requiring exact OEM specifications with no substitutions, or-equal products, aftermarket modifications, or gray-market items permitted. The requirement is classified under NAICS code 334515 and carries a DPAS rating of DO-C9, indicating prioritized national defense status. Delivery must be completed within 16 weeks of award receipt, shipped FOB Destination to the specified site at Robins AFB, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination under the oversight of Donald Watson. All items must comply with unique item identification requirements per DFARS 252.211-7003, including labeling in accordance with MIL-STD-130 using two-dimensional data matrix symbology compliant with ISO/IEC 16022, with package and shipment markings conforming to MIL-STD-129 and machine-readability verified using specified scanning technology. Contract administration mandates use of Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) for all payment requests and receiving reports, with invoicing procedures tailored to fixed-price line items and cost-type items as defined in the contract. Payment routing is controlled through specific DoDAACs including F03000 for pay, FA8571 for issue and admin, and F3QCCM for inspection, with delivery directed to FY2072. The Contractor must implement comprehensive security protocols, including COMSEC compliant with NISPOM, full OPSEC adherence per DoD and Air Force directives, and immediate reporting of any security incidents. Warranty obligations require a standard one-year parts and labor guarantee. Financial capability assessments are required from the offeror, including documentation such as balance sheets, aging schedules, or bank credit lines. All submissions must be sent via email to Margaret Gaskill by the deadline of June 18, 2026, and the award will be determined equally on price and delivery performance, with a 10% price preference applied for eligible HUBZone small businesses. The