58 -- UPGRADE OF STANDARD NORSAT NEWSLINK

This is a notice of intent to issue an order to Norsat International Inc., 4020 Viking Way, Richmond BC Canada V6V 2L4, on a sole source basis under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements, 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). The system being procured is an upgrade to the existing installed Norsat equipment and it is imperative that compatibility and interoperability with the existing Norsat equipment be maintained. Norsat International is the original equipment manufacturer. This announcement constitutes the only notice, a written solicitation will not be issued. NOTE 22 APPLIES.