AN/ALQ-172 Voltage Control Oscillator Repair

This federal contract opportunity involves the repair of Voltage Control Oscillators (VCO) supporting the AN/ALQ-172 Countermeasure System (CMS), specifically National Stock Number (NSN) 5955-01-466-2960EW. These components support the Line Replaceable Unit 10 (LRU-10), a countermeasure signal controller used to identify and prioritize threats for the B-52, MC-130H, and AC-130U aircraft fleets. The performance period is scheduled for fiscal years 2017 through 2021, with an estimated quantity of 36 units in the first year and 25 units for each of the four subsequent option years.

The government intends to award a sole source contract to Crane Electronics, Inc. (CAGE code 33025) in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, as they are the only responsible source capable of satisfying agency requirements. Crane Electronics, Inc. owns the proprietary technical drawings and data necessary for the repairs and has declined to sell their intellectual property. Consequently, the government does not possess the technical data or rights required to facilitate competitive repairs from additional sources. Technical data distribution for this effort is restricted to the Department of Defense and its authorized contractors.

This pre-solicitation notice is identified under solicitation number FA852217R0004. The primary place of performance is Chandler, Arizona. The acquisition is classified under NAICS code 811219 and PSC code 59. Responses to this notice are due by April 21, 2017. Joseph E. Kiefer is the designated point of contact for this requirement.