This is a notice of intent to award a sole source contract to Lockheed Martin for contractor engineering technical services (CETS), specifically contractor field services (CFS), in support of the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft and AN/APY-9 airborne early warning radar system. The services include on-site support at two fleet shore activities: Norfolk, VA, and Point Mugu, CA. Lockheed Martin is the original designer and manufacturer and possesses unique proprietary knowledge of the AN/APY-9 radar system. The required services involve providing technical expertise, instruction, and training to Navy personnel for installation, operation, and maintenance, as well as diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but responsible sources may submit a capability statement within 14 calendar days of publication for consideration in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The government reserves the right to not compete the requirement based on responses received.
The bid notice does not specify a delivery deadline for the services.
The bid notice does not specify payment terms.
The bid notice does not specify warranty information.
The bid notice states that the award will be made on a sole source basis in accordance with 10 ****(a)(1), as implemented by FAR ****, because only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
The bid notice implies that qualification is based on being a responsible source with the unique, proprietary knowledge and specialized engineering expertise required for the AN/APY-9 radar system, as Lockheed Martin is the original designer, developer, and manufacturer.
The bid notice does not specify any penalties.
The bid notice does not mention a site visit.
The bid notice does not require sample submission.
The bid notice states that capability statements must be received within fourteen (14) calendar days after the date of the publication of this synopsis.
The bid notice does not specify an estimated total value.