The Air Force Test Center Operational Contracting Division (AFTC/PZIOA) at Eglin AFB, FL plans to award a sole-source contract to Laselec Inc. for the annual maintenance of two MRO-200B UV Laser Wire Marking Machines over a five-year period, covering one base year and four option years. Each contract line item (CLIN) pertains to annual preventive maintenance, which includes one maintenance visit and one corrective action if needed, with specific performance periods scheduled from January 2025 through December 2029. The acquisition is authorized under 41 USC 1901 and FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) with a NAICS code of 333998, and the anticipated award date is September 26, 2024. The announcement clarifies that this is not a request for proposals, and all responses to this notice must be submitted in writing by September 23, 2024. The notice aims to gauge whether competitive procurement may be warranted based on received responses. Inquires regarding the proposal should be directed to a specified email address. The proposed action emphasizes the government’s intent to efficiently maintain essential equipment through a sole-source procurement.
The document outlines the Statement of Work for a service contract concerning MRO-200B UV laser wire marking machines at a Department of Defense installation. The contract specifies an annual preventative maintenance visit and an additional curative visit as necessary for two specified machines. Contractors are responsible for informing the client of any required part replacements and generating corresponding quotes. The client will obtain approval and funding for necessary repairs, excluding consumables. Additionally, a loaner parts program will be available to reduce equipment downtime during repairs. Training for operators will be conducted during the preventative visits, pending proper notification. Technical support will be accessible within 24 hours for troubleshooting issues. The contractor must adhere to specific accessibility protocols for service at Eglin AFB, and the contract’s performance timeframe is capped at 365 days post-award. Overall, the document establishes clear requirements for maintenance, accessibility, and communication between the contractor and client to ensure the effective functioning of critical wire marking equipment.
This document outlines a proposal for single-source procurement of preventative maintenance and software support for MRO-200B wire marking machines used by the 896 TSS/RNMS due to operational requirements related to MOD installations on multiple airframe types. It highlights that the proprietary rights for the necessary machine source code are owned by Laselec, with no alternative vendors or authorized resellers available. Market research confirmed the lack of competition, as no authorized sellers were found for the required part, necessitating the single-source approach. To mitigate future reliance on single-source procurements, the Contracting Officer committed to ongoing industry monitoring and thorough research for potential alternatives. The determination emphasized compliance with FAR regulations, validating the need for this specific vendor under the current circumstances.