This is not an invitation for competitive proposals. This acquisition is being pursued on a Name Brand/Part Number basis under the statutory authority of 41 U.S.C. 1901, Simplified acquisition procedures (Test Program for Certain Commercial Items). The Government will consider all responses received to this notice. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the Government.
This is advance notice that the Government intends to issue an RFP on N68335-15-R-0627 and post it on www.FedBid.com under Buy # 731060. This should occur on or about July 28, 2015. The Government is conducting an online competitive reverse auction, which is being facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. The reverse auction is underway at www.FedBid.com. Contractors are advised that they must check www.FedBid.com for the most current documents pertaining to this solicitation. Hard copies of the solicitation and amendments WILL NOT be mailed to the contractors.
All responsible Offerors that respond to this solicitation MUST submit their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data, or make a bid on www.FedBid.com. Offerors that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at [email protected].