Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Joint Munitions Command (Joint Munitions Command) has issued a Special Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a purchase order involving 10-foot composite railroad ties for use at Fort Cavazos. The notice is being processed under simplified acquisition procedures with an urgent delivery requirement. The government is invoking Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.202(a)(2), which allows for bypassing standard synoptic requirements when a procurement is urgent and immediate compliance would seriously injure government interests. This notice is not a request for offers but represents a determination to award a contract without delay based on urgent needs. The agency plans to solicit oral quotes from five vendors with whom they have previously conducted successful competitive transactions.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to rapidly procure 10-foot composite railroad ties through a streamlined acquisition process. Contractors interested in this opportunity must have previously demonstrated competitive pricing and the ability to deliver the requisite materials promptly. The government will directly contact five pre-selected vendors capable of meeting the urgent delivery requirements. No formal competitive solicitation will be issued, as the government has determined that synopsis would not generate additional meaningful competition. The point of contact for this opportunity is Regina L. Gibson, who will manage vendor communications and selection. Potential vendors should be prepared to provide immediate quotations and demonstrate their capacity to fulfill the urgent material requirements. The notice indicates an expedited timeline, with initial actions expected between April 10 and April 14, 2025.