70--FORENSIC AIR-LITE V SELF CONTAINT COMPUTERS

NASA/HQ has a requirement for multiple Forensic Air-Lite V computer systems. NASA/HQ intends to purchase the items from Forensic Computers. Forensic computers are the only manufacturers of this portable forensic imaging and analysis platform with write protection gear. The Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12 and the Simplified Acquisition Procedures set forth in FAR Part 13. The authority cited is only one responsible source 10 U.S.C 2304 (c) (1). Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 1:00 p.m. local time on September 23, 2005. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency. An Ombudsman has been appointed. See NASA Specific Note "B". Any referenced notes may be viewed at the following URLs linked below.