E-2 T56-a-427A tpti support equipment

The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Lakehurst, NJ intends to release a Request for Proposal (RFP) to Astronics, Irvine, CA on a sole source basis for a quantity two (2), P/N 07440190-36 Position Control Unit; a quantity one (1) each of P/N 3654AS9340-1 Electric Throttle Backup, P/N 162-436-000 Omnibus Box, and P/N 407348 1260-16 High Current Switch; and a quantity of four (4) each of P/N 8819 19" Color Flat Panel Monitor, and Adapter Cable Assembly P/N TBD. These subcomponents are necessary to maintain, repair, and test the T56-A-427A Turboprop Engines as installed on the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Aircraft. The T56 Engine Test Cell is used for performance testing of the engines after each maintenance action is performed on a scheduled/unscheduled basis. This maintenance includes the installation and removal of engine components as well as periodic engine overhaul.

The Government intends to procure the above items under the authority of 10 USC 3204 (c) (1), FAR 6.302-1. The Government does not own the data rights. A competitive drawing package for this effort is not available. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a proposal in writing that may be used by the Government in determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government, not to open the requirement to competition based upon the response to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. Responses must be received within fifteen (15) days of publication of this notice. The Point of Contact is Ms. Sarah Lowell, sarah.lowell@navy.mil, Code 2.5.2.2.3SL, (732) 323-1830.