Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award to Advantor
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The 188th Wing, AR, ANG, intends to award a sole source contract to Advantor Systems Corporation for the delivery and installation of the Digital Microwave Intrusion Link at the wing. This action is based on Advantor being the only approved/authorized Access Control and Intrusion Detection System contractor and the sole manufacturer of the current proprietary system. Qualified sources must respond by May 12, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. CST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the delivery and installation of the Digital Microwave Intrusion Link, which is currently in place at the 188th Wing. The procurement aims to replace the existing "SOUTHWEST DIGITAL MICROWAVE INTRUSION LINK" with the "ADVANTOR MICROWAVE INTRUSION LINK."
Contract Details
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award (New Contract, Firm Fixed Price)
- Authority: RFO FAR 6.103-1 (Other than full and open competition: only one responsible source) and 41 USC 1901 as implemented in FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Funding: Requirement is not currently funded; award contingent on funds becoming available before September 30, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Fort Smith, AR 72903, United States.
Evaluation
This is a notice of intent, not a solicitation for proposals. The government's determination not to compete this proposed contract is solely at its discretion. Responses from qualified sources will be considered to inform this determination.
Additional Notes
Market research concluded that Advantor is the only company compatible with the current security system and is the proprietary company on base for security systems. Efforts to obtain competition and actions to increase competition are listed as none. Responses should be emailed to MSgt Robin Swaim-Cherry at robin.swaim-cherry@us.af.mil.