16 -- RACK MOUNTED COMPUTER

The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Lakehurst, NJ intends to negotiate on a non-competitive basis with Textron Systems for the acquisition of fifteen (15) Rack Mounted Computers, P/N 880099101-101, for ECP 598 within the Servocylinder Test Station (STS) Electronic Control Console (ECC) for FMS and Navy. The Government intends to procure the above items under the authority of 10 USC 2304(c) (1), FAR 6.302-1. The Government does not own current data, drawings, or other specifications to permit full and open competition. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a proposal in writing that may be used by the Government in determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to open the requirement to competition based upon the response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Responses must be received within 15 days of publication of this notice. The Point of Contact is Ms. Jacquelyn Armes (732) 323-1192.