Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: W44W9M50510137Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW390 MCALESTER ARMY AMMO PLANTMCALESTER, OK, 74501-5000, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/ecc39e73bf024c25b8db118e4bb30000/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, intends to issue a sole source purchase order for an x-ray software image inspection system at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant. This procurement requires the original installer, VJ Technologies Inc, to provide proprietary software that is compatible with the existing x-ray system, ensuring uniform compatibility and performance. The purchase will be conducted under 'other than full and open competition' as authorized by FAR 6.302-1, and this notice is not a request for offers. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Andrea Jones at andrea.jones36.civ@army.mil.

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    Andrea Jones
    andrea.jones36.civ@army.mil
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