SOLE SOURCE NOTICE - DAQ SYSTEM
ID: N6660425Q0079Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNUWC DIV NEWPORTNEWPORT, RI, 02841-1703, USA

NAICS

Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

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)

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https://sam.gov/opp/52dbc9e16b874162b1d09173f7bb5077/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT), is seeking to procure a specialized Data Acquisition (DAQ) System, intending to award a Firm Fixed Price contract solely to DEWESoft LLC. This procurement aims to replace outdated DAQ equipment from the 1980s to early 2000s with modern systems that are critical for conducting Survivability Environmental Qualification Testing, ensuring compatibility with existing sensors and data formats, particularly the TAFFmat file format. Interested parties must submit their quotes, including pricing and shipping costs, by November 18, 2024, with further inquiries directed to Jennifer Vatousiou at jennifer.m.vatousiou.civ@us.navy.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer Vatousiou
    (401) 832-5265
    (401) 832-4820
    jennifer.m.vatousiou.civ@us.navy.mil
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    II.D.ii. Attachment SAM Synopsis Sole Source Notice N6660425Q0079.pdf
    The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a specialized Data Acquisition (DAQ) System, intending to award a Firm Fixed Price contract solely to DEWESoft LLC. This procurement aims to replace outdated DAQ equipment with modern systems that are critical for conducting Survivability Environmental Qualification Testing. The request includes various components, such as SIRIUS modules, software upgrades, communication cables, and power supplies, which are essential for integrating high-speed video with test data and maintaining compatibility with existing sensors and data formats. The initiative also emphasizes the need for continued data collection in the TAFFmat file format, which is integral to existing software processes. The solicitation is open for fewer than 15 days, and while responses are encouraged, the award will not be competitively bid due to DEWESoft's unique offerings that meet the Navy's requirements adequately. Submissions must include pricing, shipping costs, and additional identifiers, with a deadline of November 18, 2024. The RFQ aligns with federal acquisition protocols, assuring compliance with regulations and allowing for a streamlined procurement process.
    II.D.iii.. Attachment J&A DAQ System 70-0041_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines procurement activities related to Code 70's requirements for specialized supplies, highlighting prior purchases and the necessity for assessing past cost and pricing information to ensure fair pricing in future acquisitions. It specifies that there are no current plans to engage in competitive contracts for these supplies, as the procurement aims to replace outdated equipment dating from the 1980s to 2000s. Code 70 anticipates that future purchases will occur only after 25-30 years, contingent upon the emergence of new potential suppliers. If such sources arise, an evaluation of the feasibility of competition for these future needs will be conducted. The document reflects the government's strategic approach to long-term procurement while emphasizing the importance of maintaining fair pricing based on historical data.
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