The proposed purchase order is being solicited on a sole-source basis to MTS Systems Corporation. The proposed action is for the procurement of FlexTest Controller Components for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source pursuant to FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii). The basis for restricting competition is for the following reasons: the required items are exclusively manufactured and distributed by MTS Sytems Corporation. The NSWCCD intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order to MTS Systems Corporation using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.   

Interested parties may identify their interest to this requirement by submitting a capabilities statement no later than 18 Mar 2016 by 0800AM.  This notice of intent is NOT a request for competitive proposals.  However, all responses received by 18 Mar 2016 by 0800AM will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed purchase order based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.  Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.  

Inquiries should be directed to John G. Mulcahy at [email protected]