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Sources Sought Synopsis (Request for Interested Manufacturers) FROM: Jared Pitts TO: DLA Aviation Procurement Operations at Warner Robins (SPRWA1) LOCATION: Robins AFB, GA 31098 FBO Post Title: Reques... Sources Sought Synopsis (Request for Interested Manufacturers) FROM: Jared Pitts TO: DLA Aviation Procurement Operations at Warner Robins (SPRWA1) LOCATION: Robins AFB, GA 31098 FBO Post Title: Request for Interested Manufacturers for ALR-56M replacement spares SUBJECT: Market research is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of the following ALR-56M NSN: FSC: 5996 NIIN: 016853623 OEM: General Microwave Noun : IF ASSEMBLY P/N: 330386-501 CAGE: 11332 ITEM DESCRIPTION: The ALR-56M Advanced Radar Warning Receiver (ARWR) continuously detects and intercepts Radio Frequency (RF) signals in certain frequency ranges and analyzes and separates threat signals from non-threat signals. It displays threat signals to pilot on a priority basis and provides efficient and effective logistical support to the using command activities for the system. The IF Assembly contains an internal bandpass filter FL1, which is used to eliminate unwanted conversion products produced by the RF Module Assembly. Impediment to Competition: The Government does not possess the data or facilities required for accomplishment of this requirement by another vendor. General Microwave, Cage Code 11332, is the only known source for NIIN 01-685-3623. Source acquire the data, skills, and equipment necessary to successfully provide the services required by the Government for these highly specialized items. The government does not possess the detailed engineering information that would enable a new vendor to successfully develop a production and testing methodology for these items. The fact that the Government does not possess a full data package precludes a full and open competition for the production of items. INTEREST The DLA/AWB Contracting Office intends to award a limited source contract to the vendors discussed above for the manufacture of ALR-56M replenishment spares. Other interested parties may identify their interest and capability in producing any of the NSNs listed above. Respond to the requirement no later than 3 Nov 2021 by emailing Jared Pitts at jared.pitts.5@us.af.mil and/or buyer/PCO Kenya Jackson at Kenya.Jackson.3@us.af.mil . Please ensure you specify which NSN(s) you are interested in potentially producing. The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition as prescribed by F AR 6.302-1, Only One (or a limited number) Responsible Source(s) and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. DISCLAIMER This sources sought synopsis is for informational purposes only. This is not a request for proposal. It does not constitute a solicitation, and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government. Responses in any form are not offers, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary.