Notice of Intent to Sole-Source L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
ID: N66001-24-Q-6361Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNIWC PACIFICSAN DIEGO, CA, 92152-5001, USA

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS (7)

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https://sam.gov/opp/dc31b19b503e4b3a866ab3073b95d6eb/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC Pacific), intends to award a sole-source contract to L3Harris Technologies, Inc. for the procurement of a warranty renewal for the main conduit used in transmitting and receiving SATCOM signals. This procurement is critical for maintaining the operational integrity of satellite communications systems, which are essential for various defense operations. Interested parties are advised that this is not a request for quotes, and any inquiries should be directed to Contract Specialist Matthew J. Ward at matthew.j.ward65.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 619-553-4532.

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    Matthew J WardContract Specialist
    (619) 553-4532
    matthew.j.ward65.civ@us.navy.mil
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