17 -- Coffing Electric Chain Hoist

Coffing Electric Chain Hoist The solicitation number is FA8601-06-T-0145. This is a SOLE SOURCE procurement and the purpose of this solicitation is for information only. Any responses are due by 12:00 NOON (Eastern Standard Time), Friday, 11 Aug 2006, to the point of contact identified at the end of this notice. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) and 6.302-1(a)(2)(iii). The proposed source is Coffing Hoist and Mule Products, Wadesboro, NC. The proposed contract is for the purchase of 1 (one) two ton Coffing Electric Chain Hoist and 1 (one) one ton Coffing Electric Chain Hoist. Justification for the Sole Source: The Hoist(s) will fit the patented rail track system (monorail system) designed by Government engineers in the Fabrication Flight Facility on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. These hoists are the only known hoists to fit the specially designed patented rail system made from higher strength materials and the specifications conform to the configuration options. Patented rail is made from higher strength materials than American Standard. The hoist specifications conform to configuration options of the wide flange shape. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, any quotation received by the due date stated in this notice will be considered by the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the Government's discretion. The Government reserves the right not to make an award at all. There are no attachments to this announcement. Responses are due by 12:00 NOON (Eastern Standard Time), Friday, 11 Aug 2006 to: Mary Piper, 88 CONS/PKBB. Fax is 937-656-1412 (ATTN: Mary Piper). Email is Mary. [email protected]. Questions should be directed to Mary Piper at phone (937) 522-4557. All information regarding this acquisition will be posted on the World Wide Web at: http://www.pixs.wpafb.af.mil.