Anticipated Sole Source Award to Futek Advanced Sensor Technology Inc.

Closed Special Notice Posted

Solicitation number
F1S0AY5104A001
Agency
Responses due
Set-aside
No set-aside

Opportunity facts

Place of performance
Edwards, California 93524, United States

Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .

About this opportunity

The Department of the Air Force, specifically the Air Force Test Center (AFTC) at Edwards AFB, has issued a Special Notice for an anticipated sole source contract award to Futek Advanced Sensor Technology Inc. located in Irvine, California. The notice is a synopsis of contract action under the authority of 10 United States Code (USC) 2302(b) and is not a formal solicitation for a Request for Proposal. The contract pertains to the procurement of specialized sensor equipment, specifically three low profile biaxial thrust and torque sensors with corresponding NIST traceable load and torque certifications. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 334519 for Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing, with a size standard of 600 employees. The government's intent is to notify industry of the potential contract action and potentially identify other qualified sources.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to procure specific sensor components for the Aerial Refueling Aircraft Simulator Qualification Purchase (ARASQ) project, with a focus on pilot input force measurement for aircraft control systems. Contractors interested in responding must submit a complete technical package providing clear evidence of meeting the government's requirements by 2:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on April 25, 2025. Responses must include verification of the Offeror's Representation and Certifications-Commercial Items, compliance with FAR 52.212-3, and registration on SAM.gov. Potential vendors should submit their responses via email to the designated Contracting Specialist Kimberly Jaime or Contracting Officer Christina Day. The Air Force Test Center has also appointed an Ombudsman to facilitate resolution of any concerns from potential offerors, with contact information provided in the notice. Eligibility is open to businesses that can demonstrate technical capability to meet the specific sensor requirements, with no specific set-aside restrictions noted.

Notice text

This is a synopsis of contract action (SOCA); 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 SOCA or any follow-up information requests.

The purpose of this SOCA is to notify 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 United States Code (USC) 2302(b), as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and DAFFARS 5313.501 to Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc., 19 Morgan, Irvine, CA 92618.

The applicable NAICS is 334519; Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing, with a size standard of 600 employees.

The following is a brief description of the acquisition requirements:

Qty 3 - Item #: QSH02089 Low profile biaxial thrust and torque sensor

Qty 3 - Item #: SLB00002 NIST traceable load certification

Qty 3 - Item #: STB00002 NIST traceable torque certification

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 requirement.

In addition, the response should include verification of the Offeror’s Representation and Certifications—Commercial Items in accordance to FAR 52.212-3. If the offer does not have a copy of this provision, go to http://www.sam.gov/ to load required information. Any response received without completing this registration will be considered noncompliant.

Further, the response should include any special requirements for a commercial contract (i.e. Commercial Financing, Warranty Provisions, Delivery Information, etc.) in accordance with FAR part 12.

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, Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation (AFFARS) 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. 

Responses must be received no later than (NLT) 2:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time, 25 April 2025. Responses should be submitted via email to: Contracting Specialist Kimberly Jaime (AFTC/PZZF), E-mail: kimberly.jaime@us.af.mil or Contracting Officer Christina Day (AFTC/PZZF), Email: christina.day.6@us.af.mil.

Files

File Type Posted
3. ACQ-25-H72 - FUTEK_SSJ_Redacted.pdf PDF

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