Notice of Intent to Sole Source for UHF/VHF Radios
ID: ACQ-25-H35Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9302 AFTC PZZEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5820)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c4fb42e496d5450792ca84c2e4e4e4a3/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 4, 2025, 2:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), intends to issue a sole source contract for the procurement of UHF/VHF radios and related supplies from Collins Aerospace, the original equipment manufacturer. The acquisition includes specific quantities of radios and accessories designed for voice communication over internet protocol (VoIP) and compatibility with existing systems at Edwards Air Force Base, emphasizing the critical need for these unique capabilities. This procurement is essential for maintaining operational continuity, as alternative sources have been deemed inadequate, and the contract is classified as a Firm Fixed Price order. Interested vendors who believe they can meet the requirements must submit their technical packages by 7:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time on April 4, 2025, to the contracting officer, Christina Day, at christina.day.6@us.af.mil or Victoria Escobar at victoria.escobar.3@us.af.mil.

Point(s) of Contact
Victoria Escobar
victoria.escobar.3@us.af.mil
Christina Day
christina.day.6@us.af.mil
Files
Title
Posted
ACQ-25-H35 JA- Collins Radios redacted.pdf
Mar 26, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) has issued a Sole Source Justification for the procurement of Collins Aerospace UHF/VHF radios and related maintenance and training services. This purchase is being classified as a Firm Fixed Price order due to the specific requirements that can only be met by Collins Aerospace, which is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). The request includes various quantities of radios and accessories tailored for voice communication over internet protocol (VoIP) and compatibility with legacy systems at Edwards Air Force Base. The justification cites statutory authority for bypassing full competition, highlighting that alternative sources either lack the unique qualifications or risk incurring additional costs and delays. Efforts to solicit offers from multiple vendors were undertaken, including product demonstrations from Collins Aerospace and others, but ultimately, no qualified alternatives emerged. The contracting officer has confirmed the anticipated prices will be assessed for fairness based on previous purchases and market conditions. The document underscores a commitment to seek compatible options in future acquisitions while acknowledging the current necessity of Collins Aerospace products for operational continuity at Edwards AFB.
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