Notice of Intent to Sole Source Auto Tester Rip Cord Release
ID: N68520-25-SIMACQ-QK00000-0050Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYFLEET READINESS CENTERPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SERVICE AND TRADE EQUIPMENT (J035)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/99bc61c573a940d68488145e4e379f46/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Fleet Readiness Center, intends to award a sole source contract to FXC Corporation for the repair and calibration of the Auto Tester, Ripcord Release (Part Number 711-07153 / NSN 1670-01-508-8838). This procurement is necessary to ensure that the equipment, which cannot be serviced at Navy Maintenance Activities, is restored to a fully operational Ready for Issue (RFI) condition using original manufactured replacement parts. The contract will require the contractor to perform all tasks at their approved facility, maintain strict documentation, and assess items for Beyond Economical Repair (BER), with a completion deadline of four months post-award. Interested parties may submit a capability statement to Jeffrey Smith at jeffrey.t.smith6.civ@us.navy.mil within three calendar days of this notice for consideration.

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    Jeffrey Smith
    jeffrey.t.smith6.civ@us.navy.mil
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    The Statement of Work (SOW) for the Auto Tester, Ripcord Release focuses on the repair and calibration of the specified equipment (Part Number 711-07153 / NSN 1670-01-508-8838). The primary goal is to provide repair services that cannot be managed at Navy Maintenance Activities, ensuring the equipment is restored to a fully operational Ready for Issue (RFI) condition using original parts. Key work requirements include the contractor performing all tasks at their approved facility, with strict documentation and status reporting. The contractor is also accountable for assessing whether any items are Beyond Economical Repair (BER) and must inform the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) accordingly. Final inspections must confirm the items meet necessary operational standards, with specific delivery and shipment protocols outlined for the eventual return of the repaired items. The required delivery date for completing repairs is specified as four months after the contract award. Essential documentation for shipping includes a Material Inspection and Receiving Report (DD250) and repair records. This SOW reflects the government's procurement process for maintaining critical military equipment, ensuring compliance with operational readiness requirements.
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