Fibre Channel Network Switch (FCNS) Basic Ordering Agreement

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Air Combat Electronics Program (PMA 209) intends to negotiate a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) with Harris Corporation, 2400 Palm Bay Road NE Palm Bay, FL 32905-3377 for a contract performance period through 30 September 2019. The BOA is for the procurement of hardware material, engineering and technical support for the Fibre Channel Network Switch (FCNS).

This acquisition is being pursued on a sole-source basis under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2301(c) (1), as implemented by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 6.302-1, "only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements." Harris Corporation is the sole designer, developer, and manufacturer of all FCNS. Harris Corporation is the only company that has the knowledge, experience, and technical data required to successfully deliver the FCNS system to meet the requirements of the F/A-18E/F, EA-18G, and E-2D production aircraft delivery. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Harris Corporation directly.

This synopsis is not a Request for Proposals. The Government does not intend to fund the development or qualification of other sources for fulfilling this requirement. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which shall be considered by the agency.