Notice of Intent to Sole Source - AUSA Nimlock Replacement

The U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) - Fort Knox intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to BE-NK, doing business as Nimlok Kentucky, for the creation and construction of a 60'x90' replacement modular exhibit display. This procurement, identified under solicitation number PANMCC26P0000046943, requires a new system that is fully interchangeable with the existing exhibit originally built by Concepts Display. The project involves the manufacturing of the modular display along with initial setup and teardown training to be conducted at Fort Knox, Kentucky. The anticipated award date for this action is July 2026.

The performance schedule requires the completion of the display system no later than September 2, 2026, with the onsite training period at Fort Knox scheduled from September 8 to September 11, 2026. This requirement is classified under NAICS 541430 Graphic Design Services and PSC 9905 SIGNS, ADVERTISING DISPLAYS, AND IDENTIFICATION PLATES. The Army is conducting this acquisition under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 1901, as implemented by FAR 12.102(a), which permits simplified acquisition procedures for commercial products and services when only one source is available.

While this notice does not constitute a request for competitive offers or quotes, interested parties may submit capability statements to the points of contact, Jordan A. Fries and Andrea M. Skilinski, to demonstrate their ability to meet the requirement within the established timeframe. Capability statements must include relevant experience, pricing information, and supporting documentation. The deadline for these submissions is June 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. No formal solicitation will be posted following this special notice.