Sole Source Special Notice for Maintenance and Service, Including all Parts and Labor, for one Rapiscan Systems Gemini X-ray System used in DOT’s Security-Screening-Process in D. C. Buildings
ID: 693JK425R500003Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF THE SECRETARY693JK4 OSTWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SHOP EQUIPMENT (H249)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/03a6b6c3deed426293f1df4743974621/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Transportation (DOT) intends to award a sole-source contract to Rapiscan Systems, Inc. for the maintenance and service of a Gemini X-ray system utilized in the security screening process at DOT Headquarters in Washington, D.C. This contract will cover all necessary parts and labor, with an estimated annual value of approximately $10,600, and is expected to span from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030. The Gemini X-ray system employs proprietary Z-Backscatter technology, which is critical for detecting low atomic number materials that may pose security threats, necessitating that only certified personnel perform maintenance to avoid warranty voids and ensure safety. Interested parties may submit a Statement of Qualifications to challenge the sole-source decision by April 25, 2025, and should direct inquiries to James Mowery at james.mowery@dot.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    James Mowery
    james.mowery@dot.gov
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    Amendment No. 1 to Sole Source Special Notice 693JK425R500003.docx
    Amendment No. 1 to Sole Source Special Notice No. 693JK425R500003 serves to confirm Rapiscan Systems, Inc., based in Torrance, California, as the incumbent contractor. This document solidifies Rapiscan's ongoing role regarding the specific government contract referenced. The amendment reflects routine administrative actions in government procurement processes, indicating that no new contractor will be introduced and emphasizing the continuity of services provided by Rapiscan. This context underscores the importance of established contractor relationships in federal contracting, particularly in specialized areas that may require specific expertise or technology. The notice aligns with federal guidelines for sole-source contracting, which allows for direct awards under certain circumstances when only one source is deemed suitable for the requirements at hand.
    WC2025M40SECK0016 PDF Sole Source Special Notice.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is issuing a Sole-Source Special Notice to contract Rapiscan Systems, Inc. for maintenance and service of a Gemini X-ray system used for security screening at DOT Headquarters in Washington, D.C. The intended contract, valued at approximately $10,600 annually, will span from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030. Rapiscan is uniquely qualified due to its proprietary technology, Z-Backscatter, which detects low atomic number materials relevant for security threats, and only certified personnel can service the system without voiding warranties or risking safety. The DOT's extensive search for alternatives confirmed that Rapiscan is the sole provider capable of this maintenance. Other companies may submit a Statement of Qualifications for consideration by April 25, 2025, to challenge the sole-source decision. This notice emphasizes compliance with safety protocols and the critical need for specialized knowledge in operating such sensitive systems.
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