This is a sources sought notice and not a request for quotations, proposals, or any offers. A sources sought is a market research tool. The 354th Contracting Squadorn on Eielson AFB, AK is seeking information regarding a proposed sole source procurement for Hybrid Optical-based Intertial Tracker (HObIT) system upgrade. HObIT is a product manufactured by Thales Defense and Securities, Inc. (CAGE: 23386). Thales Defense and Securities Inc.'s product is the only helmet system that is compatible with the avionics systems installed on the F-16 Aircraft used at Eielson AFB. Please see the DRAFT sole_source_justification.pdf attached to this notice.
The HObIT kit includes:
- - Step in Visor Assembly
- - Recessed Step
- - In Visor Assembly
- - Helmet mod Kit
- - Storage Bag Day Visor
- - Mowhawk Hard Case
- - Day Visor Assembly
- - Snap Hardware Kit
- - HGU-55/P Mohawk Assembly
- - Extended Mohawk Assembly
- - Extended Mowhawk Hardcase
- - G-Kit Support Engineering Kit
If any company believes their product is capable of meeting the Government's need, please respond to the POCs listed in this notice and provide:
- Company's name, CAGE, NAICS size status.
- Detailed product description (existing product literature)
- A narrative why the proposed product will meet the Government's need.
