The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) intends to issue a delivery order under Basic Ordering Agreement N00019-07-G-0008 with Bell-Boeing on an other than full and open competitive basis. The delivery order will be Non Recurring Engineering (NRE) efforts to perform the design, manufacturing engineering, process planning, tool design, tool fabrication, as well as the recurring required to fabricate kits and installations required for retro-fit of both the MV-22 and CV-22 fleet with the following improved Ice Protection systems: Upgraded blade heater blankets Upgraded Nacelle Ice Protection Control Unit Upgraded Master Ice Protection Controller Upgraded Central De-Ice distributors This requirement will be procured in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. GENERAL INFORMATION: Bell-Boeing is the sole designer, developer and manufacturer of the MV-22 and CV-22 aircraft. Bell-Boeing alone has the proprietary technical data, experience, equipment and special skills to furnish the supplies and services within the required timeframe. Numbered Note 22 applies. Subcontracting opportunities may be available and should be sought with Bell-Boeing at the following address: 401 Tiltrotor Drive, Amarillo, TX 79111