Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Shipboard Point of Service Coolers and Spare Parts

PAE Mission Systems intends to award a sole source contract action to VT MILCOM INC., located in Virginia Beach, VA, for shipboard point of service coolers and associated spare parts. VT MILCOM INC. is the only known responsible source capable of satisfying the Government’s requirements. Due to the specialized nature of the shipboard point of service coolers and the Government’s strict in-yard delivery schedule, VT MILCOM INC. is the only known vendor with the necessary experience and capabilities to meet the Government’s urgent delivery requirements without unacceptable delay. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement which shall be considered by the agency. Responses must specifically address the ability to furnish shipboard point of service coolers and associated spare parts. Generic capability statements, marketing materials, or brochures will not be considered. The Government will evaluate all timely responses received within fifteen (15) days of the date of this synopsis solely to determine whether a competitive procurement should be conducted. The Government will not reimburse any costs associated with responding to this notice. Any information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to open this requirement to competition based upon the responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. This synopsis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.