BQM-177A contractor logistics support (CLS) and engineering services

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to award a contract to Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems, Inc. (KUAS), Roseville, CA, on an other than full and open basis procuring Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) and Engineering Services, including Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) Support, during the Production and Deployment (P & D) Phase of the Navy Model Subsonic Aerial Target (SSAT) System. This solicitation addresses all CLS and engineering services tasks and scope to be provided by the Contractor, which includes providing all associated logistics management, for one (1) Base Year and four (4) Option Years.

The effort shall be procured pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Type of Supplies or Services will Satisfy Agency Requirements." On 28 January 2011, Composite Engineering, Inc. (CEi) was awarded the Engineering and Manufacturing Development Contract N00019-11-C-0024 under a best value full and open competition. CEi underwent a name change to KUAS in January 2018. KUAS is the original designer, developer, and manufacturer of the BQM-177A and its sole integrator. KUAS is the only known contractor with the requisite knowledge, proprietary rights, maintenance and repair experience, and noncommercial technical data and software rights to meet the Government's requirements for the BQM-177A SSAT system.
This synopsis is published for information purposes only. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement which shall be considered by the agency. A determination by the Government not to compete this planned contract is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for or award a contract, or to be responsible for any monies expended by any interested parties before award of a contract for the effort described above. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact KUAS directly via Mr. James Ruggles at (916) 751-3075 and James.Ruggles@KratosDefense.com. Primary Point of Contact.:

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