Intent to Sole Source
ID: F3T2MX4296AG01Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4809 4TH CONS SQ CCSEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB, NC, 27531-2456, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/3a038032c49041deb30fbf1a29e613bb/view
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    Posted Oct 28, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Oct 28, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Nov 4, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the 4th Fighter Wing Contracting Squadron at Seymour Johnson AFB in North Carolina, intends to award a sole source contract to Vampire Aviation LLC for the provision of a De Havilland Vampire aircraft for show performance and static display. This procurement includes the aircraft and an appropriately rated pilot, along with any necessary crew, under FAR part 12 and 13 procedures, citing that only one source is reasonably available for this requirement. The contract action is significant for showcasing military aviation capabilities and enhancing public engagement. Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements are encouraged to submit written information by the closing date of November 4, 2025, at 1600 EST, with inquiries directed to Kelsie Papst at kelsie.papst@us.af.mil or Aaron Vanvynckt at aaron.vanvynckt.1@us.af.mil.

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