The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to award a sole source contract to Harris Corporation of Palm Bay, FL. The purpose of this contract is to procure Digital Map Computers (DMC), Digital Video Map Computers (DVMC), and Extension Housings in support of F/A-18 production aircraft, H-1 production aircraft, FMS production aircraft, and NAVSUP sparing through Fiscal Year 2023.

The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under authority of FAR 6.302-1, "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy the requirements." Harris is the sole designer, developer and Original Equipment Manufacturer for the DMC, DVMC, and Extension Housing. Accordingly, it is the only company that has the ability, resources, technology, and documentation necessary to modify, develop, produce, maintain, and support these systems.

THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. No contract will be awarded on the basis of offers received in response to this notice. Interested parties, however, may identify their interest and capability by responding to the requirement.  The Government will consider all information received prior to closing date of this synopsis. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete this requirement is within the discretion of the Government. No phone inquiries will be entertained. All inquiries and concerns shall be   addressed via email to William Hines at [email protected] or Daniel Chambers at [email protected] no later than 6 July 2018, 5pm local time.    Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government in a future procurement.

Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities may contact Harris Corporation, 1395 Troutman Boulevard, Palm Bay, FL 32905.