This Sources Sought notice is being posted to satisfy the requirement of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement 206.302-1(d). The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NSWC IHEODTD), Contracts Department, Code 02 intends to award a contract for the purchase of Phalanx Intermediate Level Parts (Unload Drive Checking Fixtures and Gage, Preload, Recoil Adapters). The requested fixtures are specifically designed to support the CIWS MK15 Automatic M61A1 20MM Gun and Ammunition Handling System. These fixtures are required for the assembly, cleaning, disassembly, inspection, repair and test/check procedures for the Gun's Unload Drive Check Unit and the Gun's Recoil Adapter. This is a sole source requirement to General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (CAGE Code 26978), Saco, ME, 04072-1809. General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is the original equipment manufacturer for the Phalanx parts and the only known source available for these items.

THIS IS NOT AN INVITATION FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. This acquisition is being pursued on a sole source basis under the statutory authority of 10 USC 2304(C)(1), as implemented in FAR 6.302-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, 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. No solicitation will be available for this procurement. Information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit or award a contract.

All interested sources shall provide the organization name, address, point of contact, phone number, fax number, e-mail address, business size, taxpayer identification number, DUNS number, and CAGE Code.  In addition, all interested sources shall provide a summary of their company's capabilities.

All responding sources must email their response submissions no later than 19 December 2016 to:

NSWC IHEODTD
Attn:  Rosetta Butler-Thomas
4081 North Jackson Road, Bldg. 841
Indian Head, MD 20640-5116
[email protected]

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