Applanix POS MV 320 version 5 firmware maintenance support

Added: Aug 04, 2017 4:08 pm NOTICE OF INTENT TO NEGOTIATE A SOLE-SOURCE CONTRACT
The United States Department of Commerce (DOC), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Eastern Region Acquisition Division (ERAD), Simplified Acquisition Branch intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Applanix LLC, 17461 Village Green Dr., Houston, TX 77040, using the procedures in FAR Part 13, for firmware maintenance and technical support for eight (8) POS MV 320 Version 5 systems. Applanix is the manufacturer of the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) - Inertial Navigation Systems that are currently deployed and used on all NOAA hydrographic survey ships, launches and small boats. POS MV systems integrate with sonar and other hydrographic systems on NOAA survey platforms. POS MV data is also logged to static data files and is utilized in OCS post-processing work flows to improve vertical and horizontal vessel positioning. The statutory authority for other than full and open competition is FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), Only one responsible source.

The North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) for this acquisition is 334511 with a business size standard of 1,250 employees. This is not a solicitation for competitive quotes. However, if any other interested party believes that it can meet the requirements, it may submit a statement of capabilities, which if timely received, will be considered by NOAA. A statement of capabilities must be received by 11:00 A.M. EDT, August 10, 2017. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed requirement based upon responses to this notice 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 in the future. Evidence must be provided of ability to provide the required services. The capability statement and any other information furnished must be in writing and must contain material in sufficient detail to allow NOAA to determine if the party can meet all of the requirements. Capability statements and related materials must be e-mailed to lynne.phipps@noaa.gov by 11:00 A.M. EDT, August 10, 2017.