Notice of Contract Action - Quasonix Transmitter Receivers
ID: F1S0AD4345A001Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9302 AFTC PZZEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, AIRBORNE (5821)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5c74a7f32b5d4c82a5410eb75c88c393/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force Test Center, intends to award a sole source contract to Quasonix for the provision of transmitters and receivers critical to ongoing flight test activities at Edwards Air Force Base, California. This procurement is justified under FAR 13.501(a), as Quasonix is the only vendor capable of supplying equipment that is compatible with existing systems, thereby avoiding substantial duplication of costs and delays associated with transitioning to another supplier. The Quasonix equipment serves as replacement parts for legacy systems, ensuring operational efficiency and minimizing training and maintenance costs while preventing significant disruptions to flight testing capabilities. Interested parties are encouraged to submit feedback within three days of this notice, and inquiries can be directed to Kimberly McGee at kimberly.mcgee@us.af.mil or Adam R. Confer at adam.confer.2@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kimberly McGee
    (661) 277-7402
    kimberly.mcgee@us.af.mil
    Adam R. Confer
    adam.confer.2@us.af.mil
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    NOCA - Quasonix Transmitter Recievers.pdf
    The United States Air Force Test Center intends to award a sole source contract to Quasonix for transmitters and receivers critical to supporting current testing activities at Edwards AFB, CA. The justification for this sole sourcing is based on the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.501(a) stipulating that Quasonix is the only vendor capable of providing equipment that is compatible with existing systems, thus avoiding substantial duplication of costs and delays associated with transitioning to another supplier. The Quasonix equipment is designated as replacement parts for legacy systems and is essential for maintaining operational efficiency across various programs. The decision to stay with Quasonix will minimize training and maintenance costs, as well as prevent significant disruptions to flight testing capabilities. Stakeholders are encouraged to provide feedback within three days of this notice, with details regarding appropriate communication channels for questions and concerns. It is important to note that this notice is not a solicitation for proposals and the government is not obligated to take further procurement action.
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