The Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division at China Lake, CA intends to procure on an other than full and open competition basis this requirement for 1 Lot-PN 60855003, 85 HPX Barton Garnet Abrasive 55# drums. This requirement is sole sourced to Barton International, Six Warren St., Glens Fall, NY 12801 as to maintaining the current warranty for replacement of parts on the existing equipment. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, any firm believing it can fulfill the requirement identified above may submit a written response to [email protected] no later than 5 days after the date of publication of this notice, which shall be considered by the agency. The written response shall reference solicitation number N6893621Q0115 and provide a capability statement that clearly indicates the firm’s experience, assets, background, and ability to perform the required work without compromising the quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule.

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