Stationary Armor Target Lifters

The Government intends to issue a purchase order on a sole source basis to Meggitt Training Systems, Inc. (MTS) for ten deployable stationary armor target lifters for the 7th Army Training Command (7ATC). The contemplated SAT lifters shall operate with existing MTS target lifter controllers and in conjunction with currently fielded MTS SAT lifters. No other SAT lifters are known to be compatible with the MTS controllers.

This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive proposals. This is not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available and telephone requests will not be honored. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. This purchase will be made utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with: Federal Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b) for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000. Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement by submission of data that demonstrates compatibility with MTS controllers. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government and must be received prior to the closing date of this notice. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed award upon response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No reimbursement for any cost connected with providing capability information will be provided.

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