63--Intent to Sole Source for Portable Alert System

The U.S. Army, Fort Carson, Colorado, intends to negotiate a sole-source purchase order with StopTech LTD for a Centurion Scout II Portable Alert System. The Centurion Scout II Portable Alert System has wireless technology compatibility (Bluetooth feature), the wireless technology is capable of transmitting to cell phones. The system monitors multiple alarms/sensors with the ability to transmit immediately via police dispatch. The system can two-way radio to all patrols immediately after the sensors are broken. It can be used for extended periods for outdoor and indoor use. No phone jacks are required and the system is able to connect to a standard cell phone and able to communicate via cell phone when alarm sensor is activated. The sensors are covert and wireless for multi-zone capability. This is a sole source procurement under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and Other Than Full and Open Competition (FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)) and (FAR 13.501). THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES, however; any firm that believes it can meet the requirements may give written notification to the Contracting Officer by 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time on 23 November 2012. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to comply with the requirements listed above. Responses received will be evaluated; however, a determination by the Government not to compete the proposed procurement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion for the Government. If no responses are received, the Government will proceed with the sole source negotiation. Responses are due 23 November 2012 4:00pm Mountain Time. Responses shall be submitted via e-mail to [email protected]. Telephone requests or inquiries will not be accepted.