This is a sole source justification for the procurement of a high-speed combustion analyzer for the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). The analyzer must be compatible with the existing AVL indicom software, which has led to a significant investment in custom configuration files and software interfaces. Procuring from another manufacturer would render this investment obsolete and cause unacceptable delays. Market research, including a sources sought notice published on sam. gov, yielded no responses from other potential sources. The acquisition is being conducted under FAR **** parties who believe they can satisfy the requirements must submit a capability statement by March 31, 2026, at 11:00 am Eastern Time via email to ***@***. *. * and ***@***. *. *, with the subject line: ****, High Speed Combustion Analyzer HSCA.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a delivery deadline for the high-speed combustion analyzer.
The bid notice does not specify the payment terms for this acquisition.
The bid notice does not provide information regarding the warranty for the high-speed combustion analyzer.
The bid notice indicates that this is a sole source acquisition, implying the award will be made to AVL Test Systems, Inc. based on their unique ability to meet the agency's requirements.
The bid notice states that interested parties who believe they can satisfy the requirements must provide a capability statement with clear and convincing evidence of their ability to do so, demonstrating physical compatibility and interchangeability with the existing Haworth system, including its proprietary connections.
The bid notice does not mention any specific penalties for this acquisition.
The bid notice does not mention any requirement or option for a site visit.
The bid notice does not require the submission of samples.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the sole source justification.
The bid notice does not explicitly state the estimated contract cost, but it is mentioned as estimated contract cost including options in Section A.