NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE
ID: N0017325Q1301202266Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- OFFICE MACHINES/TEXT PROCESSING SYS/VISIBLE RECORD EQUIPMENT (J074)

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https://sam.gov/opp/849fa11e7dd4404593cf690dd2a0d7a6/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), intends to award a sole source purchase order to FCN INC. for the procurement of specific quantum storage equipment, including Quantum Scalar i6 Libraries and associated support plans. This procurement is critical as it ensures the NRL has access to specialized technology that is only available from FCN INC., thereby maintaining the integrity and functionality of their operations. The purchase will be conducted under NAICS code 541519, utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures for contracts not exceeding $250,000, with interested parties encouraged to submit evidence of their capability to respond competitively. For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact Carrie Cawley at carrie.a.cawley.civ@us.navy.mil or Katrina Gallagher at katrina.t.gallagher.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    Carrie Cawley
    carrie.a.cawley.civ@us.navy.mil
    Katrina Gallagher
    katrina.t.gallagher.civ@us.navy.mil
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    The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is announcing its intent to award a sole source purchase order to FCN INC. for specific quantum storage equipment. This decision follows the determination that only FCN INC. can provide the necessary products, which include Quantum Scalar i6 Libraries and associated support plans. The purchase involves three line items, comprising the control module and various upgrades and support plans across specified quantities. The procurement falls under NAICS code 541519 and utilizes the Simplified Acquisition Procedures as outlined in FAR Part 13.106-1(b) for purchases not exceeding $250,000. Interested parties may submit evidence of their capability to respond competitively; however, the ultimate decision to proceed with competition resides solely with the government. The notice underscores the importance of maintaining integrity in government procurement while limiting competitive bids to well-defined parameters.
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