HERO SAFE HEADSETS

Notice Type: Synopsis of Contract Action – HERO SAFE Headsets – Sole Source Award to Flightcom Corp

Justification, Statutory Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) – Soliciting Competition; (b)Soliciting from a single source. (1) For purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold. (i) Contracting officers may solicit from one source if the contracting officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, and brand-name or industrial mobilization). The authority permitting the use of noncompetitive procedures is 41 U.S.C. 3304 (a)(1).

Contract Award Date: TBD

 Contract Award Number: TBD

Synopsis:

This is a Sole Source synopsis published for informational purposes only.

The United States Air Force Test Center/Directorate of Contracting (AFTC/PZZG), Edwards AFB, CA intends to issue a sole source contract to Flightcom Corp located at 17600 SW 65th Ave Lake Oswego, OR  97035 for the following headset system:

- P/N: FLCPWS-10, Flightcom Complete 10-User Wireless Headset System, QTY 2
- P/N: PR-71X, Adap Motorola APX, QTY 2

- Freight, QTY 1

Due to the fact that Flightcom Corp. is the sole manufacturer and distributor of these headsets, the contract will be awarded without full and open competition.

In order to comply with FAR 5.207(c)(15), the reason for lack of competition is as follows:

Flightcom Corp, a division of Sonetics Corporation, manufactures headsets approved for use during weapons loading per attached memo titled "Approval for Use of Sonetic Headset, Model Number APX377, Around Ordinance Containing Electronically Initiated Devices". This memo states that the requested headsets are safe for use around HERO (Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordinance) SAFE and HERO UNSAFE nuclear weapons. If unauthorized headsets are utilized in the presence of HERO UNSAFE weapons, they may be accidentally triggered by electromagnetic fields which will be extremely detrimental to military personnel and civilians in the surrounding areas.

These wireless headsets meet mission requirements by providing clear, continuous communication for the entire load crew, improving situational awareness and reducing risks like tripping over cables. The wireless design also eliminates the threat of electromagnetic interference with munitions. This freedom from cords allows the crew to move without restriction, monitor the loading process in real-time, and make immediate adjustments. As a result, workflows are optimized, bottlenecks are cleared, and load times are significantly faster.

There are no solicitation documents; however, any vendors that believe they can meet the requirements described should submit a complete technical package, which provides clear and convincing evidence that they can meet the Government’s requirements.

Contractors must be registered in System for Award (SAM) at www.sam.gov

Please submit all questions, comments, and feedback regarding this product to the following Points of Contact:

• Ms. Karla Vazquez, Contract Specialist, Email: karla_lizette.vazquez_montes@us.af.mil
• Ms. Anne Beach, Contracting Officer, Email: anne.beach@us.af.mil

No telephone responses will be accepted. Any information submitted by respondents to this Synopsis of Contract Action is strictly voluntary. To the maximum extent possible, please submit non-proprietary information. Any proprietary information submitted should be identified as such and will be properly protected from disclosure. No classified information shall be submitted. Any response submitted by respondents to this Synopsis of Contract Action constitutes consent for that submission to be reviewed by Government personnel.

The Air Force Test Center has appointed an Ombudsman to consider and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. Concerned parties should address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the Contracting Officer for resolution prior to consulting the Ombudsman. Additionally, Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation (AFFARS) 5352.201-9101 – Ombudsman, will be included in any potential solicitation and contract for this acquisition. The AFTC Ombudsman contact information is as follows: Air Force Test Center Vice Commander 1 South Rosamond Blvd, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-3784. Phone Number (661) 277-2810, Facsimile Number (661) 277-7593, Email: aftc.workflow@us.af.mil.

DISCLAIMER AND NOTICE: This is a Synopsis of Contract Action only and does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that AFTC/PZZG, will take procurement action on this matter. This is NOT a request for proposals, applications, proposal abstracts, or quotation. This courtesy Synopsis of Contract Action only shall not be construed as an obligation on the part of the Government. Further, the Government will NOT be responsible nor reimburse any submitters of information for any cost incurred in furnishing this information. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed. Information provided will be used to assess tradeoffs and alternatives available for the potential requirement. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted.