Notice of Intent to Sole Source - FY26 Navy Brig Forklift Simulator
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 628th Contracting Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, SC, intends to award an 8(a) Sole Source contract to SIMFORMOTION LLC for a Counterbalance (CB) Forklift Simulator for the Navy Brig. This is a Notice of Intent to Award and not a request for competitive quotes. The simulator will integrate with existing systems to provide vocational training for prisoners. Capability statements from responsible sources are due by July 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a CB Forklift Simulator to integrate with the existing system at the Navy Brig. This simulator is crucial for providing uninterrupted, high-demand vocational training to prisoners while maintaining maximum security. It eliminates training interruptions due to mechanical issues or inclement weather and includes an integrated OSHA safety course. The selection of SIMFORMOTION LLC is based on the fact that NAVCONBRIG already operates two heavy equipment simulators from the same vendor, ensuring software compatibility, a familiar student interface, and streamlined technical support across all training platforms.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Purchase Order)
- Authority: FAR 6.103-1, "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements"
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- Product/Service Code: 6910 (Training Aids)
- Period of Performance: 60 days from date of award
- Response Due: July 2, 2026, 08:30 AM EDT
- Published: June 16, 2026
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent to award a sole source contract. While not a request for competitive quotes, responsible sources may submit a capability statement. The Government will consider these statements solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A determination not to compete this requirement based on responses is at the Government's discretion.
Contact Information
- Contracting Specialist: SSgt Barnave Thanis (barnave.thanis@us.af.mil)
- Contracting Officer: Matthew Michel (matthew.michel@us.af.mil)