Notice of Intent to Sole Source: L3H - Kineto Tracking Mount (KTM) Main Power Reels
Overview
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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 United States Space Force, 30th Contracting Squadron (30 CONS), Vandenberg SFB, CA, intends to issue a sole-source, firm-fixed-price purchase order to L3Harris for two Kineto Tracking Mount (KTM) main power reels. This procurement supports the 2nd Range Operations Squadron (2 ROPS) and addresses a failing unit creating a safety hazard. Responses challenging this sole-source determination are due by May 26, 2026, 12:00 p.m. (PDT).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two (2) KTM main power reels. One reel is for immediate replacement of a failing unit, and the second is designated as a critical spare. These reels are essential for the operational readiness and safety of the 2nd Range Operations Squadron.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Special Notice)
- Contract Vehicle: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Proposed Contractor: L3Harris (Original Equipment Manufacturer - OEM)
- NAICS Code: 335999 (All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing) with a 500-employee small business size standard.
- PSC Code: 6150 (Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment)
- Authority: FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B), citing L3Harris's proprietary equipment and sole design authority.
- Response Due: May 26, 2026, 12:00 p.m. (PDT)
- Published: May 19, 2026
Justification & Challenge Requirements
L3Harris is identified as the OEM and sole design authority for the KTM main power reels. The government lacks the technical data required for a Form, Fit, and Function (FFF) replacement from other vendors, and reverse-engineering would lead to unacceptable mission delays and high costs. This notice is not a solicitation. Firms wishing to challenge the sole-source determination must submit an interest letter demonstrating their ability to provide an FFF equivalent supply that meets all original OEM specifications without requiring reverse-engineering or causing unacceptable mission delays. Information received will be used solely to determine if a competitive procurement is in the government's best interest.
Submission & Contact Information
Responses and questions must be in writing and emailed to jeffrey.weeks.5@spaceforce.mil and christopher.hummel.6@spaceforce.mil. All submissions must reference PR Number F4D1R36075AW01. Verbal responses are not acceptable. All information submitted is at no cost or obligation to the Government.