Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Reed-Joseph International Company
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4610 30 CONS PKVANDENBERG SFB, CA, 93437-5212, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- TRAINING AIDS AND DEVICES (J069)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4535a5860a874663913ba000e51560a4/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, intends to issue a sole source procurement action to Reed-Joseph International Company for the maintenance and servicing of the Scare Wars Radio Controlled Bird Deterrent System at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. This procurement is necessary as market research indicates that Reed-Joseph International is the only contractor qualified to meet the specific maintenance requirements for this system, which is crucial for effective bird deterrence operations. Interested firms that believe they can provide equivalent services are invited to submit an interest letter demonstrating their capabilities by March 18, 2025, at 1300 PDT, with inquiries directed to Contracting Officer Chris Hummel or Contracting Specialist Paul Baraldi via their respective emails.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Paul Baraldi
    paul.baraldi@spaceforce.mil
    Chris hummel
    christopher.hummel.6@spaceforce.mil
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