99 ABW Unify CP Upgrade
ID: F3G3EA4169AW01Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4861 99 CONS LGCNELLIS AFB, NV, 89191-7063, USA

NAICS

Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (334210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: DIGITAL NETWORK PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G21)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a41fcbbb4a0d4f7f8d37ad1cad1a001d/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the 99th Contracting Squadron, intends to award a sole source delivery order for the Unify Command Post Upgrade for the 99th Air Base Wing at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada. This procurement is aimed at enhancing the communications capabilities of the Las Vegas Regional Command Post, necessitated by the current system's end-of-life status and the absence of maintenance options. The contract, valued at $313,598.19, will be awarded to MCS of Tampa, Inc., the only provider with the specialized knowledge and security clearance required for the installation and support of Unify products, which are critical for effective emergency responses. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by September 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, via email to Erin Lilly at erin.lilly.1@us.af.mil, as this notice is not a request for competitive proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Erin Lilly
    erin.lilly.1@us.af.mil
    Julia A. Pettit
    julia.pettit@nellis.af.mil
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    Atatchment 1 - Sole Source Justification.pdf
    The 99th Contracting Squadron at Nellis Air Force Base intends to award a sole source contract to MCS of Tampa, Inc. for the Unify OpenScape Command and Control dispatch communications system. This contract, valued at $313,598.19, is essential to upgrade the Las Vegas Regional Command Post's communications capability due to the current system’s end-of-life status and lack of maintenance options. The selected contractor is the only provider with the specialized knowledge and security clearance needed for installation and support of Unify products, which are critical for effective emergency responses. The contract is justified under FAR 8.405-6, indicating that MCS's distinct qualifications support the limited sourcing decision. Comprehensive market research confirms that MCS of Tampa has previously been awarded multiple contracts for similar requirements, affirming its unique position. The contracting officer has assessed that this award represents the best value, aligning with Air Force operational needs and regulatory compliance for such procurements.
    F3G3EA4169AW01 - Notice of Intent to Sole Source.pdf
    The 99th Contracting Squadron intends to award a sole source delivery order for the Unify Command Post Upgrade for the 99th Air Base Wing, citing that only one source can meet the specialized requirements of the project, under the authority of FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B). This notice emphasizes that it is not a request for competitive proposals, and no solicitation document exists. Interested parties must submit a capability statement by 23 September 2024, detailing their qualifications and technical capacities to fulfill the requirement. Submissions that do not provide clear evidence of capability will not be considered. The Government retains discretion on whether future related procurements will be competitive or sole source based on the responses received. All capability statements should be emailed to the designated contact. This notice reflects the Government's intent to streamline the procurement process while ensuring that the necessary quality and specificity of the services are met.
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