99 -- Alternate Engine

The U.S. Special Operations Command anticipates contracting with Sikorsky Aircraft Company, 6900 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615 for integration design and installation of the alternate engine into the MH-60K and MH-60L prototype aircraft. In addition the Government is requesting 23 each MH-60K and 15 each MH-60L aircraft modification kits. The proposed action is for developmental NRE and supplies, which the Government does not currently own specifications and drawing to permit full and open competition. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under authority of FAR 6.302-1. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposal, however, the Government will consider all proposals received by the specified due date (IAW FAR 5.203 (a)). A determination by the Government not to compete this acquisition is solely within the discretion of the Government. The estimated release date of the solicitation is 28 February 2004. The solicitation will be available via EDI in the Federal Business Opportunities (FEDBIZOPPS). website:http://www2.eps.gov, however; Foreign Firms must request a copy of the solicitation through their embassy. See notes 22 and 26