The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to award a sole source contract to Custom Biometric Wearables, Inc. (doing business as AwareCBW) for the digital scanning and manufacturing of custom ear molds. This contract will support advanced hearing protection solutions for naval aviation aircrew and flight line personnel. The government has determined that Custom Biometric Wearables, Inc. is the only responsible source due to their proprietary eFit scanner technology and in-house manufacturing capabilities. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, but interested parties may submit a capability statement by the closing date to be considered for a competitive procurement. No phone inquiries will be accepted; responses must be in writing via email to Ms. Amy Wescott. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Custom Biometric Wearables, Inc.
The bid notice does not specify a delivery deadline for the custom ear molds.
The bid notice does not specify the payment terms.
The bid notice does not specify warranty information.
The bid notice states that the government intends to award a sole source contract to Custom Biometric Wearables, Inc. under the authority of 10 ****(a)(1) and FAR ****, as they are the only responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
The bid notice indicates that Custom Biometric Wearables, Inc. possesses the proprietary knowledge, technical expertise, and manufacturing capabilities necessary to deliver custom ear molds that meet the operational needs of naval aviation, specifically mentioning their eFit scanner's accuracy and their in-house manufacturing capacity.
The bid notice does not specify any penalties.
The bid notice does not mention a site visit.
The bid notice does not mention the submission of samples.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the award.
The bid notice does not provide an estimated total value for the contract.