97 OSS Offset Localizer - Single Source Award
ID: FA441924Q0062Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4419 97 CONF CCALTUS AFB, OK, 73523-5002, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

ANTENNAS, WAVEGUIDES, AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (5985)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the 97 Contracting Squadron of the Department of the Air Force, is seeking to procure equipment for the repair of an offset localizer at Altus Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The procurement is intended to address the critical need for reliable aviation systems that guide aircraft to runway centerlines during low visibility conditions, with the equipment exclusively sourced from Indra Air Traffic Inc. due to their proprietary technology, which is essential for maintaining aviation safety standards. Interested vendors must submit a capability statement by September 12, 2024, at 1:30 PM CST, via email to the primary contacts, Cole Santee and Mohamed Dharas, as no competitive proposals will be accepted for this single-source award.

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    The document titled "Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)" outlines a process used by a federal entity to justify the selection of a single-source provider for a contract rather than opening it to competitive bids. This justification is crucial for ensuring compliance with procurement regulations while efficiently acquiring goods or services deemed essential. In the context of government RFPs, this file suggests that the agency has identified a unique capability or specific qualifications of the vendor that justify this non-competitive approach. The justification likely includes evaluations of existing contracts, costs, and the vendor's specialized expertise. By articulating these points clearly, the documentation aims to demonstrate due diligence and accountability in government spending and decision-making processes associated with federal grants and state/local solicitations.
    The document outlines the salient characteristics and specific requirements for an Offset Localizer system essential for guiding aircraft to runway centerlines during low visibility or inclement weather. It specifies that the required technology is exclusively sourced from Intra Air Traffic Inc, as the manufacturer retains proprietary control, rendering alternative suppliers incapable of meeting the agency’s needs. An equipment list includes components such as an Offset Combiner Assembly, various cable assemblies, and necessary ancillary installation parts. This information is crucial for governmental procurement processes, emphasizing the significance of proprietary technology in aviation safety. The focused nature of the request indicates a critical need for reliability and functionality in aviation systems designed to enhance safety standards.
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