OIG_Sole_Source_Notice-OIG233462_.pdf

OIG-Notice of Intent to Sole Source Ballistic Body Armor Vests

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Document Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source Solicitation Number: OIG- Sole Source -Notice Posted Date: March 8, 2019 Response Date: March 20, 2019 NAICS Code: 315990 Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing PSC Code: 8470 Armor, Personal

The Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG) intends to make a Firm Fixed Price sole source award in the amount of approximately $500,000 for Ballistic Body Armor Vests for the Office of Inspections (OI), National Training & Emergency Operations Division to protect law enforcement personnel. The award will be made to:

Velocity Systems LLC 45064 Underwood Lane, Unit B Dulles, VA 21066-9549

In accordance with FAR 6.302-2, (3)(i) - Industrial mobilization; engineering, developmental, or research capability; or expert services.

The contractor must supply Mayflower Low Profile Assault Armor Carrier (LPAAC) vests, which are 100% Berry compliant goods. Furthermore, these vests include configurations and modifications that are unique to the original vent design and only available for the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General law enforcement personnel. The salient characteristics specifications are:

Patented Scarab swivel shoulder system composed of:

- Interior Mesh Padding

- Comms wire guides

- Extended loop on front and back to fit identification placards

- Additional Loop on Front Flap

- Vertical Loop Molle on Front Quasms

- Cummerbund pull cords https://www.census.gov/cgi-bin/sssd/naics/naicsrch?code=541690&search=2017%20NAICS%20Search

OIG-Notice of Intent to Sole Source Ballistic Body Armor Vests

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This contractor is uniquely suited to meet this agency needs regarding this acquisition. The contractor’s extensive knowledge of ballistic body armor requirements and specifications will assist the National Training & Emergency Operations protect and support the law enforcement efforts of the Office of Inspector General. The contractor has over 35 years’ experience developing specialized armor manufacturing for law enforcement and military requirements.

This notice of intent is NOT a request for competitive quotes. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement within ten (10) days after the publication of this synopsis which shall be considered by the agency. The capability statement must provide sufficient detail that demonstrates medical, technical experience, skills and capabilities to fulfill the Government's requirement as outlined in this Notice of Intent.

Responses received after 10 days or without the required information may not be considered. For information concerning this acquisition contact:

Donita Hood, Contract Specialist Email: Donita.Hood@oig.hhs.gov

Tel: (202) 870–8725 , or:

Nicola L. Carmichael Contracting Officer Email: Nicola.Carmichael@oig.hhs.gov Tel: (202) 870–8579

A determination by the Government not to compete because of information received is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.