SAM #N0017326Q1301381516

Procurement of NOVA Automated Polishing System and Accessories for Naval Research Laboratory

This opportunity is for the procurement of a NOVA Automated Polishing System and related accessories for the Naval Research Laboratory. - Agency: Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), Department of the Navy - Sole source procurement to Krell Technologies, Inc. (OEM) - Main product: NOVA Automated Polishing System (NV-100-4) - Additional components: - Workholders for waveguides, fiber arrays, optical chips, and connectors - Inspection equipment: SideView Videoscope (SV9), Surface Inspection Videoscope (SV10), Video Measurement Package (VMIC-2) - Multiple types of 4-inch polishing films for bare fiber and connectors (aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, diamond, XW final polish) - NAICS code: 333310; PSC code: 3695 - Procurement uses Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13.106-1(b)) - Not open to competition unless a vendor can demonstrate clear capability - No explicit period of performance or contract value stated, but expected to be under the simplified acquisition threshold - No service line items identified - Krell Technologies, Inc. is the only OEM mentioned; competitors could include companies like Ultra Tec, Logitech Ltd, and Allied High Tech Products - No specific option years or subscription requirements

Technical details are accessible for business readers: - The system includes automated control, programming software, wireless tablet controller, and specialized workholders - Inspection and measurement tools are included for quality assurance - Polishing films are specified for both bare fiber and connector applications - Quantities for each item are listed as 1, with packaging details for films (e.g., 100/pk, 25/pk, 50/pk) - All items are manufactured by Krell Technologies, Inc.

Description

NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive proposals. This is not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available and email requests will not be honored. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) intends to award a sole source purchase order to krell technologies, inc. Neptune City, NJto furnish: Automated Polishing System The North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 333310 with the size standard of 1,000. The Federal Supply Code (FSC) / Product Service Code (PSC) procurement is 3695. This purchase will be made utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with:  Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b) for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000. Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement within 1 calendar days of the publication of this notice. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed purchase order based upon response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No reimbursement for any cost connected with providing capability information will be provided. The point of contact is: Marche Hampton, email: Marche.T.Hampton.civ@us.navy.mil Please reference this Notice of Intent number, N00173-26-Q-1301381516 on your correspondence and in the “Subject” line of your email.

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