Notice of Intent to Sole Source 40mm Grenade Launcher Weapon Retention Clamp

The Marine Corps Systems Command intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source (FAR 6.302-1 (a)(2)(ii)), based on substantial duplication of costs to the Government that are not expected to be recovered through competition and unacceptable delays in fulfilling the agency’s requirements.  The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with S. O. Tech Inc. (206 Star of India Lane, Carson, CA 90746), for 7,652 40mm grenade launcher weapon retention clamps.

 This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; no solicitation is forthcoming. The determination not to compete this contract action is solely within the discretion of the Government. Any party interested in submitting questions or concerns regarding this notice or the Government's intent to sole source may contact the Contract Specialist, William Montgomery at william.a.montgomery@usmc.mil by 23 November  2020, 2:00 P.M. Eastern Time. MCSC will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.