Notice of Intent to Sole Source IFR 6000
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 Department of the Navy (DEPT OF THE NAVY), specifically the Commander, Fleet Readiness Centers (COMFRC) Procurement Group, intends to award a sole source purchase order to Viavi Systems (Cage Code: 6UW26) for the Test, Evaluation, and Repairs of six (6) Avionics Ramp Test Sets for the IFR 6000. This action is justified under FAR 6.103-1(b), citing Viavi Systems as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and only known source capable of meeting operational and reliability requirements without modifications. The place of performance is Solomons, MD. Capability statements from other responsible sources will be reviewed if received by May 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the test, evaluation, and repair services for six (6) IFR 6000 Avionics Ramp Test Sets. Viavi Systems is identified as the sole provider capable of performing these services to meet the COMFRC Aviation Support Equipment (ASE) Solomons, MD's operational and reliability standards without requiring modifications to existing components.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Contract Vehicle: Purchase Order (intended)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 18, 2026
- Published: May 12, 2026
- Product Service Code: J039 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Materials Handling Equipment)
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, responsible sources may submit a capability statement. Information received will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The Government retains discretion on whether to compete this requirement based on responses.
Additional Notes
Capability statements are requested within three (3) calendar days after the publication date (May 12, 2026), which would be May 15, 2026. However, the official response date in the system is May 18, 2026. The point of contact for this requirement is Jenna Lang, reachable at jenna.l.lang2.civ@us.navy.mil.