Notice of Intent for the Government to Issue a Sole Source Award Contract to Cummins Sales and Services for Cummins Human Machine Interface (HMI) Touchscreen Repair and Maintenance and Quick Service Software Support
ID: SR100920241205Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e6ac7f681d1945a680a3aa3e9d574caf/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services, intends to issue a sole source contract to Cummins Sales and Services for the repair, maintenance, and software support of the Cummins Human Machine Interface (HMI) Touchscreen. This procurement is essential to ensure the continued functionality of the proprietary system installed at the Raven Rock Mountain Complex, as Cummins is the only authorized service provider capable of performing these services without voiding the existing service agreement. The contract will cover a 12-month base period with four additional option periods, following the guidelines of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for single-source solicitation under NAICS code 811310. For inquiries, interested parties may contact Servia Mendez at servia.a.mendez.civ@mail.mil or Kealon Wallace at kealon.d.wallace.civ@mail.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Servia Mendez
    servia.a.mendez.civ@mail.mil
    KEALON WALLACE
    kealon.d.wallace.civ@mail.mil
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    A20 NOI - Sole Source to Cummins.pdf
    The Department of Defense (DoD) intends to award a sole source contract to Cummins Sales and Services for repair, maintenance, and software support of the Cummins Human Machine Interface (HMI) Touchscreen. This decision stems from Cummins Sales being the only authorized service provider capable of maintaining the proprietary system originally installed at the Raven Rock Mountain Complex, thereby avoiding voiding the existing service agreement. The procurement follows FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for single-source solicitation, utilizing NAICS code 811310 for machinery repair and maintenance. The contract is projected to cover a 12-month base period with four additional option periods. The announcement clarifies that it is not a request for proposals, emphasizing the exclusivity of Cummins as the designated contractor for this particular service. The document includes contact details for the relevant contracting personnel for any inquiries.
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