Intent to Sole Source: On-site NFPA 1851 compliant Annual Advanced Cleaning and Inspection of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy (Sub-Tier: DEPT OF THE NAVY), specifically the MCIEast Cherry Point Satellite Contracting Office, intends to award a sole source contract to HC Risk Reduction Inc. (dba RedLine First Responder Gear Cleaning) for on-site NFPA 1851 compliant Annual Advanced Cleaning and Inspection of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (PSC: H379 - Cleaning Equipment And Supplies) at MCAS Cherry Point, NC. This notice is an Intent to Sole Source and not a request for competitive quotes.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for annual advanced cleaning and inspection services for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), ensuring compliance with NFPA 1851 standards. These services must be provided on-site.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Awardee (Intended): HC Risk Reduction Inc. (dba RedLine First Responder Gear Cleaning)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Capability Statement Due: March 9, 2026 (within five calendar days of publication)
- Published: March 4, 2026
Justification & Response
The government intends to procure these services on a sole source basis under FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(i), citing that HC Risk Reduction Inc. is the only vendor identified through market research with the capability and proven capacity for rapid, same-day turnaround using their patented mobile gear cleaning program.
While this is not a request for competitive quotes, responsible sources may submit a capability statement. Such statements, if received by the due date, will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The decision to not compete this requirement remains at the Government's discretion.
Place of Performance
Cherry Point, NC 28533