Intent to Sole Source - Delta H Single Chamber Heat Treat Oven

The 355th Contracting Squadron within the Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command has issued a Special Notice announcing their intent to conduct a sole-source procurement for a Delta H Single Chamber Heat Treat System. The procurement involves a specific part number (DEF-SC-CH1812481200SR) with an upgrade kit for full compliance with SAE-AMS2750 and Boeing BAC5621 standards. The notice is being issued under FAR Part 13.106-1(b) for soliciting from a single source, as Delta H is the original equipment manufacturer and Phillips Corporation Federal Division is identified as the only authorized distributor. This procurement falls under NAICS code 333994 for Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing and is classified as a brand name requirement rather than a competitive solicitation.

The primary purpose of this Special Notice is to provide transparency regarding the government's intent to award a sole-source contract while offering other firms an opportunity to challenge this decision. Companies interested in challenging the sole-source determination must submit an interest letter demonstrating their capability to provide the brand name requirement, along with rationale for why they should be considered. The critical deadline for responses is July 15, 2025, at 7:00 AM PST, with submissions directed to Contracting Officer Patricia Murray via email or phone. The government maintains sole discretion in determining whether to proceed with competitive procurement based on received responses, and will not reimburse any costs associated with firms providing capability information. The evaluation process focuses exclusively on determining whether competitive procurement should be conducted rather than evaluating specific proposals.