Presolicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE NAVY is seeking a LIFE RAFT,INFLATABL for marine lifesaving and diving equipment. The procurement is a five-year Requirements Long Term Contract (LTC) for H-53 components to be awarded to PATTEN CO., INC. in Stratford, Connecticut. The contractor will be responsible for stock, warehouse, repair, modify, overhaul, strip and rebuild, remanufacture and/or replace, store and provide for shipment Ready-for-Issue (RFI) condition assets within negotiated supply RTAT. The maximum period of performance for this effort will not exceed 5 years. The justification for sole source acquisition is based on the statutory authority applicable to permit other than full and open competition. Sikorsky, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), is the only source with the necessary engineering expertise, technical data, and intellectual property to perform the required tasks. The procurement is subject to the Free Trade Agreements Act and/or the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. For any questions, contact the PCO, Shamus Roache, at Shamus.Roache@navy.mil.