U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) anticipates contracting with Rockwell Collins, 400 Collins, Inc., Cedar Rapids, IA   52498-0505, to retrofit up to 450 CDU-7000, P/N 822-1729-002 to the CDU-7000D, P/N 822-2538-001 configuration.  This CDU-7000 retrofit is a technology refreshment initiative that specifically addresses diminishing manufacturing resources related to the non-availability of the PPC-750 microprocessor.  This legacy processor is incapable of hosting critical Global Air Traffic Management (GATM) software updates required for compliance with the Federal Radio-navigation Plan.  This retrofit must result in a Control Display Unit that is qualified for flight in U.S. Army rotorcaft (Environmental and Electromagnetic Environmental Effects) at the time of delivery.  The Government anticipates that deliveries begin within 180 days of contract award. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under authority FAR 6.302-1. Firms that feel they can provide this item or equal are encouraged to identify themselves. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposal, however, the Government will consider all proposals received by the specified due date (in accordance with FAR 5.203(a)).  The estimated release date of the solicitation is 25 February 2011. You may request a copy via e-mail to [email protected]. The purchase will be made as a commercial buy under FAR Part 12. See Note 22.