SRTV Ruggedized Computer Processor

U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) anticipates contracting with General Mirco Systems Inc., P.O. Box 3689, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 for a SMPTE-292 High Definition capable ruggedized computer for use in our Secure Real Time Video program. The proposed action is for a commodity purchase for which has critical specifications that does not permit full and open competition. GMS is the only vendor to meet our critical specifications which include, at a minmum, weight of less than 6 lbs, dimensions of less than 3" x 7 " x 7" (H x L x W), single enclosure that houses both the computer and the Gigabit Ethernet switch, embedded 10 port (minimum) Layer 3 (minimum) Gigabit Ethernet switch, two or more Network Interface Controllers, two embedded mpeg2/mpeg4 to SMPTE-292 converters and use of MIL-DTL-38999 connectors, . The GMS base computer part number was competitively awarded as part of the PEO-C3T WIN-T ground networking program. GMS has instantiated a variant of that base part number that matches our exact requirements. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under authority FAR 6.302-1. Firms that feel they can provide this commodity are encouraged to identify themselves. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposal, however, the Government will consider all proposals received by the specified due date (in accordance with FAR 5.203(a)). A determination by the Government not to compete this acquisition is solely within the discretion of the Government. Point of contact for this effort is Ms. Carrie Bryant, [email protected]. The requirement will be released as a commercial requirement under FAR Part 12.