Kratos 8E500-103 Batteries

The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division at China Lake, CA intends to procure on an other than full and open competitive basis for items; Kratos 8E500-103 Batteries - 8 EA. This requirement is sole sourced to Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems, Inc., 2901 Douglas Blvd, Roseville, CA 95661, as the only vendor to provide Kratos 8E500-103 Batteries which are compatible in all aspects with the targets currently operated and maintained that are currently in use.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, any firm believing it can fulfill the requirement identified above may submit a written response to be received at the Contracting Office no later than 05 days after the date of publication of this notice, which shall be considered by the agency.

The written response shall reference solicitation number N6893624Q0215 and provide a capability statement that clearly indicates the firm's experience, assets, background, and ability to perform the required work without compromising the quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule. Respond to Terryl Mitchell, by email to terryl.mitchell@navy.mil. Any written responses must be submitted via email.

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