SAM #NOI002312

FBI Sole Source Procurement of TACLANE Encryptors from General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

This notice announces the FBI's intent to procure TACLANE encryptors on a sole source basis from General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. - Agency: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), FBI-JEH office - Sole source procurement under FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source) - Products to be procured: - 113 units of TACLANE-FLEX (KG-175F) (100MB) Encryptor - 40 units of TACLANE-FLEX (KG-175F) (1G) Encryptor - 12 units of TACLANE-10G (KG-175X) Encryptor - OEM: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. - NAICS Code: 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing) - Delivery required within 120 days after receipt of order - Interested parties may submit capability statements, but the Government intends to negotiate only with General Dynamics unless a compelling alternative is presented - No services or installation required; hardware procurement only - Commercial opportunity is limited due to sole source justification, but alternative vendors may respond with capability statements

Description

PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY NOTICE THAT WILL BE PUBLISHED. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes.  The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) intends to procure on an other than full and open competitive basis. (113) TACLANE - FLEX (KG-175F) (100MB) Encryptor, (40) TACLANE - FLEX (KG-175F) (1 G) Encryptor and (12) TACLANE - 10G (KG-175X) Encryptor.

This requirement will be sole sourced to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC.  The North American Classification System Code (NAICS) is 334111 - Electronic Computer Manufacturing. The delivery shall be within 120 days after receipt of the order.

The FBI intends to negotiate with only one (1) source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, (Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements).  Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement by 5:00 PM, (EST), 24 August 2026.  Emailed responses will only be considered.  No phone calls.  Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses shall include the firm's Dun and Bradstreet number (DUNS), CAGE Code, UEI Unique Entity ID (UEI) number, and their Business Size.  The capability statement shall clearly indicate the firm’s experience, equipment/assets, background, and their ability to provide the required instrument without compromising quality, reliability, safety, accuracy, and schedule.

Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of whether to conduct a competitive procurement.  A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed award 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 information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for or award a contract. JA available upon request.  

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