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Air Force Test Center seeks Collins Aerospace UHF/VHF radios and mounting trays for range communications

The 412th Range Squadron (412 RANS) at the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), Edwards Air Force Base, is seeking to procure Collins Aerospace UHF/VHF radios and mounting hardware for integration with existing range communication networks. - Government Buyer: - Air Force Test Center (AFTC), 412th Range Squadron (412 RANS), Contracting Activity: AFTC/PZZF - OEM Highlight: - Rockwell Collins/Collins Aerospace is the sole OEM specified for all requested products - Products Requested: - 5 units: RT-4150 (50W) VHF/UHF radio (Part Number: 270-3186-072) - 4 units: RCU-72 (Part Number: 270-3186-872) - 4 units: RCU mount (Part Number: 270-3186-061) - 3 units: MMT-1000 Radio Tray (Part Number: 270-3186-060) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Radios must support HAVE QUICK I/II and SATURN waveforms - Must provide KY58/KY100 encryption capability - Turnkey integration with legacy range communication infrastructure is required - Commercial contract provisions such as warranty and delivery information are requested - Vendors who believe they can meet these requirements are encouraged to submit a technical package demonstrating their capability

Description

This is a pre-solicitation notice; this is not a solicitation for a Request for Proposal, Invitation to Bid, or a commitment, implied or otherwise, that AFTC/PZZF will take procurement action in the matter. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this posting or any follow-up information requests. The purpose of this notification is to inform industry of the USAF’s intent of contract action and possibly gain knowledge of other potentially qualified sources and their size classifications (small business, large business, etc.) please do not request a copy of solicitation, as one does not exist.

The AFTC Contracting Directorate (AFTC/PZZF), Edwards AFB intends to issue a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.103-1, to Rockwell Collins/Collins Aerospace; 400 Collins Road NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52498.

The applicable NAICS is 334220; Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,250 employees.

The following is a brief description of the acquisition requirements:

Collin UHF/VHF Radio and Mounting trays:

P/N: 270-3186-072 RT-4150 (50W) VHF/UHF) radio, QTY 5

P/N: 270-3186-872 RCU-72, QTY 4

P/N: 270-3186-061 RCU mount QTY 4

There are no solicitation documents; however, any vendors that believe they can meet the requirements described should submit a complete technical package, which provides clear and convincing evidence that they can meet the Government’s requirements. The response should include any special requirements for a commercial contract (i.e. Commercial Financing, Warranty Provisions, Delivery Information, etc.).

All information furnished shall be in writing and must contain sufficient detail to allow the government representative to evaluate and determine if it can meet the requirement. The Air Force Test Center has appointed an Ombudsman to consider, and facilitate, the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. Concerned parties should address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the Contracting Officer for resolution prior to consulting the Ombudsman.

Additionally, Department of the Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation (DAFFARS) 5352.201-9101 – Ombudsman, will be included in any potential solicitation and contract for this acquisition. The AFTC Ombudsman contact information is as follows: Air Force Test Center Vice Commander 1 South Rosamond Blvd, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-3784. Phone Number (661) 277-2810, Facsimile Number (661) 277-7593, Email: aftc.workflow@us.af.mil.

Questions should be submitted via email to: Contracting Officer Susana Dryer (AFTC/PZZF), Email: susana.dryer@us.af.mil.

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