49--Custom Diamond Wire Saw Maintenance Service, Refurbishment, Replinishment of steel diamond wire

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division, intends to award a sole-source contract for the maintenance and refurbishment of four custom-made diamond wire saws and the replenishment of stainless steel diamond wire. The agency identifies Well Diamond Wire Saws, Inc. as the only manufacturer of both the specialized stainless steel wire and the authentic parts required for maintenance. This procurement is conducted under the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 2301(c)(1), which permits other than full and open competition when only one responsible source is available.

This pre-solicitation notice is categorized under NAICS code 332995 and PSC code 49. While the requirement is designated for a sole-source award, the agency will consider capability statements, proposals, or quotations from all responsible sources. Responses must be submitted by August 23, 2010, though the description specifies a consideration window of five days after the August 6, 2010, publication date. The Naval Surface Warfare Center, located in Indian Head, Maryland, maintains the discretion to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on information received.

The solicitation is identified by number N0017410R0043 and is associated with the SBA (SBA) set-aside designation. Larry St.Clair Jr. of the NSWC Indian Head Division Procurement Department serves as the point of contact for this requirement. There are currently zero attachments associated with this notice.