This synopsis provides notice of the Government's intent to solicit a proposal on a sole source basis from Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), 444 Salomon Circle, Sparks, NV 89434 for design and fabrication of a new DL/DLM circuit card for the AN/SPN-46(V). This request for proposal will be issued in accordance with the terms and conditions of Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) N00421-10-G-0001.

This acquisition is being pursued on a sole source basis under the statutory authority 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as implemented by Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 6.302-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. No other company possesses the expertise required to support the Government's Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS). As the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), SNC is the only company that possesses the technical expertise and special tooling required for design modifications and upgrades and is the only source for spare parts.

THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. However, responsible interested parties may submit a proposal in which they identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement. The Government will consider all information received by 30 May 2014, 1400 EST. A determination by the Government not to compete this procurement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government will not pay for any information received. No telephone responses will be accepted.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this effort is 541330. Responses to this synopsis or any other questions should be forwarded via email to [email protected] or by facsimile at 301-995-0382.

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