Intent to Sole Source Notice - Weapons Range
Type: Special Notice
Overview

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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5587 48 CONSAPO, AE, 09461-5120, USA

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Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

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https://sam.gov/opp/5632617240bc4535a9422dd7ae6d62f7/view
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    Posted Jan 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Jan 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 16, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the 48th Contracting Squadron of the United States Air Forces in Europe, intends to award a sole-source contract to QinetiQ for the provision of air weapons ranges at Royal Air Force Lakenheath in the United Kingdom. This contract, which includes a base year and two option years, is essential for facilitating the safe delivery of weapons and training activities for the 48 Fighter Wing and other USAF aircraft, as QinetiQ operates the only ranges in the UK that meet the necessary safety requirements for critical missile usage. The ranges are specifically designed to accommodate safety zones for Air-to-Surface munitions, ensuring operational readiness and safety in military training environments. Interested parties may express their capabilities by contacting Connor Jeter at connor.jeter@us.af.mil or Valerie Cuevas at valerie.cuevas@us.af.mil, as this notice is framed under FAR 6.302-1, allowing for non-competitive awards under specific circumstances.

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Jan 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The Department of the Air Force, through the 48th Contracting Squadron, intends to award a sole-source contract to QinetiQ for the provision of air weapons ranges, specifically to facilitate the delivery of weapons and training for the 48 Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath. This contract will cover a base year plus two option years and is necessary as QinetiQ operates the only ranges in the UK that meet the safety requirements for critical missile usage, including AIM-9 and AIM-120. The ranges are designed to handle necessary safety zones for Air-to-Surface munitions, ensuring safe and efficient operations for USAF aircraft. This notification is not a request for competitive bids; however, other contractors may express their capabilities by the specified due date. Expressions of interest should be directed via email to designated points of contact within the contracting squadron. This notice is framed under FAR 6.302-1, which allows for non-competitive awards under specific circumstances. The overall purpose is to ensure continued operational readiness and safety in military training environments.
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