Notice of Intent to Sole Source - The Unify Console System
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA3016-25-Q-4001
- Agency
- Air Force Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334220 Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- San Antonio, Texas, United States
- Points of contact
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- Ramon Marrufo ramon.marrufo@us.af.mil (210) 294-6029
- Raul Jimenez raul.jimenez.1@us.af.mil (210) 671-0792
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force, specifically the 502nd CONS, has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to sole source a Firm-Fixed Price contract to Mission Critical Solutions (MCS) for the Unify Console System. The notice pertains to a critical communication and monitoring system used in military operations centers and command posts across the Air Force. The Unify Console System enables safe and efficient monitoring of media systems, facilitating communication via radio frequencies and phone systems, and allows for the initiation of emergency procedures. The government has determined that MCS is the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency's requirements under FAR 6.302-1, which allows for a sole source procurement when no other suppliers can satisfy the agency's needs. The anticipated contract period is one year, running from February 28, 2025, through February 27, 2026.
The primary objective of this Special Notice is to inform potential contractors about the government's intent to award a non-competitive contract for maintaining and enhancing the Unify Console System. Contractors who believe they can meet the requirement are invited to submit information to Raul Jimenez (Raul.Jimenez.1@us.af.mil) before 9:00 AM Central Time on February 28, 2025. While the notice emphasizes this is not a request for competitive quotations and a solicitation will not be available, the government will consider any information received about alternative sources. The contract falls under NAICS category 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees. Eligibility is limited to Small Businesses, and the government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete the action. The notice underscores the critical nature of the Unify Console System, highlighting that failure to maintain the system could result in communication breakdowns and potential security vulnerabilities across the installation.
Notice text
The 502nd CONS intends to solicit and award a Firm-Fixed Price contract, in accordance with FAR Subpart 13.5, Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items, to Mission Critical Solutions (MCS), under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
The 502nd CONS anticipates award of a Firm-Fixed Price contract on a sole source basis to Mission Critical Solutions (MCS) for The Unify Console System, a vital tool for the organization as it enables safe and efficient monitoring of the necessary media systems in MOC and Command Post, allowing for communication via radio frequencies and the phone system, as well as the initiation of emergency procedures. The organization recognizes the need to maintain and enhance this system to continue meeting the essential requirements of keeping all necessary media for job success and ensuring the safety of the areas from potential security threats. The Unify Console System has become a standard across the Air Force, underscoring its importance. Failure to address this need could result in a lack of communication across the installation, leading to mission failures, and leaving the organization susceptible to security threats. Fulfilling the need to maintain and improve the Unify Console System is critical for safeguarding the organization's operations and security The anticipated period of performance is one year, February 28, 2025 through February 27, 2026.
This notice is not a request for competitive quotations. A solicitation will not be available for this requirement. The intent of this notice is for informational purposes only. However, any information received from any organization, before 9:00 AM C.T., Friday, Febrary 28, 2025, that believes it can meet this requirement will be considered by the Government for a competitive procurement action.
Information in response to this notice may be sent to Raul Jimenez, Contracting Specialist, at Raul.Jimenez.1@us.af.mil. A determination by the Government not to compete this action based on this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Telephonic questions or requests are strongly discouraged.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| FA301625Q4001-Combo.pdf |
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