Parts for BAK-14M Retractable Hook Cable Support System; Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: W50S9F24Q0015Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7N8 USPFO ACTIVITY WIANG 115MADISON, WI, 53704-2591, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRCRAFT LANDING EQUIPMENT (1710)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b16732ff80db4b40bdeca80cd4aafe33/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the 115th Fighter Wing Mission Support Contracting Office, intends to award a sole-source contract to Curtiss-Wright Flow Control Service LLC for specialized aircraft parts.

    The scope of work involves supplying 10 units of the Support Arm and Cover Assemblies, a crucial component in the BAK-14M Retractable Hook Cable Support System. As the original equipment manufacturer, Curtiss-Wright is the exclusive provider of these parts, which are essential for maintaining the functionality of the Arresting Systems installed on runways.

    The contract, justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), focuses on ensuring the functionality and quality of the procured systems and Curtiss-Wright has been deemed the most suitable source for this specific requirement. The contracting office welcomes information from other interested parties, however, and will consider it for future procurement decisions.

    The Single Source Determination document outlines the reasons for this approach, emphasizing the compatibility and exclusivity of the required parts. The Purchase Description document provides further details on the requirements and evaluation criteria, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive solution beyond the stated minimum quantity.

    Interested parties should contact MSgt Scott Homner via email at 115.fw.fw-contracting.org@us.af.mil with any inquiries and to register their interest. The government agency emphasizes that this is not a solicitation and that a determination not to compete with the proposed contract will be at their discretion.

    This opportunity is estimated to be valued at around $TBD and will be awarded as a single or multiple purchase orders. The deadline for interested parties to submit their interest is stated on the Notice of Intent to Sole Source document.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Scott Homner
    115.fw.fw-contracting.org@us.af.mil
    Files
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    A.02.Purchase Description.pdf
    Purchase Description (updated).pdf
    The government agency seeks to procure a specific quantity of Support Arm and Cover Assemblies, a key component in the BAK-14M Retractable Hook Cable Support System. Dealers will be responsible for supplying a fully functional system, including all necessary additional parts, ensuring a complete solution. The focus is on functionality and quality, with offers being evaluated accordingly. This procurement is for a minimum of ten assemblies, and the agency emphasizes that dealers must provide a comprehensive solution beyond the listed requirements.
    Single Source Determination_Redacted.pdf
    Single Source Determination_Redacted (updated).pdf
    The 115th Fighter Wing has issued a Single Source Determination for the procurement of 10 units of Support Arm and Cover Assemblies, manufactured by CURTISS-WRIGHT FLOW CONTROL SERVICE LLC. As the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), they are the sole provider of the required parts, which are essential for maintaining the functionality of the BAK-14M Arresting System installed on runways. The justification for the sole-source approach is based on the compatibility and exclusivity of the required parts, with additional efforts outlined to encourage future competition. This procurement is estimated at a cost of $TBD. The contracting officer, MSgt Scott Homner, has approved the determination, with the intention of awarding the contract to CURTISS-WRIGHT.
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