Notice of Intent to Sole Source - AUSA Nimlock Replacement
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 U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) - Fort Knox has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a 60'x90' replacement modular exhibit display. The intent is to award a firm-fixed-price contract to BE-NK D/B/A Nimlok Kentucky. While this is not a competitive solicitation, interested parties may submit capability statements by June 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the creation, construction, and initial setup/teardown training of a 60'x90' replacement modular exhibit display. Key specifications include:
- The new display must be fully interchangeable with the current system originally built by Concepts Display d/b/a NIMLOK.
- System completion is required no later than September 2, 2026.
- Initial training will be provided at Fort Knox, KY, from September 8 to September 11, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Sole-source, firm-fixed-price.
- Intended Awardee: BE-NK D/B/A Nimlok Kentucky (UEI: WHMLCKMT3VQ8 | CAGE Code: 9CCT2).
- Statutory Authority: FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services) and 41 U.S.C. 1901, as implemented by FAR 12.102(a), citing only one source available at or below the simplified acquisition threshold.
- Set-Aside: Not Applicable (Sole Source).
- Capability Statement Due: June 26, 2026, 10:00 AM ET.
- Anticipated Award Date: July 2026.
- Published Date: June 10, 2026.
Submission Requirements
This is not a request for competitive offers, quotes, or capability statements for a solicitation. No solicitation will be posted. However, interested parties may submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to meet this requirement within the specified timeframe. Submissions must include sufficient detail, relevant experience, pricing information (if available), and supporting documentation.
Contact Information
Capability statements shall be sent via email to:
- Contract Specialist: Jordan A. Fries (jordan.a.fries.civ@army.mil)
- Contracting Officer: Andrea M. Skilinski (andrea.m.skilinski.civ@army.mil)