NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 173rd Mission Support Contracting intends to award a sole source contract to MERCURY MISSION SYSTEMS LLC (CAGE 096Y5) for Air Force Repair Enhancement Program (AFREP) Services related to Cabin Pressure Indicator NSN 6685-01-668-2966. This is a notice of intent, not a request for competitive proposals, but responsible sources may submit capability statements for consideration. Responses are due by March 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers the provision of Air Force Repair Enhancement Program (AFREP) Services specifically for the Cabin Pressure Indicator, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 6685-01-668-2966.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract
- Authority: 10 USC 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source)
- Intended Awardee: MERCURY MISSION SYSTEMS LLC (CAGE 096Y5)
- Justification: Per FAR 6.302-1(a)(2), there is only one approved source in accordance with DAFI 21-101_ANGSUP.
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
- Published: March 8, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a competitive solicitation. However, the agency will consider capability statements, proposals, or quotations submitted by responsible sources. The Government retains sole discretion in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses received. Information submitted will primarily be used to assess the feasibility of a competitive acquisition.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes regarding an intent to award a sole source contract. Interested parties should contact the primary point of contact for any inquiries.
Primary Point of Contact: Shana Stroh, shana.stroh@us.af.mil, 541-885-6380.