SERVICE PRODUCT LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Memorandum to the File" justifying the use of other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. It identifies Abaco Systems Inc. as the sole source for a Product Lifestyle Management (PLM) annual service for component storage. The service is for a secure, environmentally controlled facility, with components designated for future builds of production units. The government will lease storage for 1 base year plus 3 option years.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it explains why only one source (Abaco Systems Inc.) is being solicited for this specific requirement. It details the item or service being procured (PLM annual storage service), the period of performance (1 base year + 3 option years, starting approximately June 2026), and the justification for sole-source procurement, which is "ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE SOURCE" due to "OTHER REASONS" related to mission support and avoiding duplicative costs. Bidders interested in this type of service should note that this particular acquisition is not being competed broadly.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a sole source procurement of "Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) annual service for the parts hold storage." The procurement is being conducted under the authority of FAR 12.102(a) due to a manufactured DMSMS Components sole source requirement. Interested sources may submit a capability statement for consideration, but the determination to compete remains with the Government.

• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) annual service for parts hold storage.

• Services to be furnished include all labor, materials, supplies, equipment, supervision, and transportation.

• Accelerated deliveries will be accepted at no additional cost to the Government.

• CMMC Level 1 Self Assessment is required for award.

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Base year is Date of Award through 12 Months. Option Line Items extend performance for additional 12-month periods each.

• FOB Destination: Crane, IN 47522.

• Offer Due Date: 20 May 2026, 04:00 PM Local Time.

• Solicitation Issue Date: 18 May 2026.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on factors outlined in Section M (Evaluation Factors for Award), which is intentionally left blank in the provided document.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 531130 (Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings) with a size standard of N/A.

• The solicitation number is N0016426Q0151.

• The issuing agency is NSWC CRANE, WARFARE CENTER, 300 HIGHWAY 361, CRANE, IN 47522-5001.

• Contact for solicitation information: Marty Arvin, Email: marty.arvin2.civ@us.navy.mil, Telephone: 812-381-7213.

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for storing specific electronic components to support the production of SBC3511-5AMY circuit card assemblies as part of the Airborne Electronic Attack (AEA) program managed by NSWC Crane Division.

• The Contractor shall store the parts listed in Table 1 at their environmentally controlled facility.

• These parts are designated as Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) and have been procured to support the manufacturing of the 3511 Single Board Computer (SBC).

• The stored parts will be available for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) when they place procurement orders.

• The document does not explicitly state a period of performance for the storage task.

• Storage is to be conducted at the Contractor's environmentally controlled facility.

• The Contractor must ensure the parts are stored in an environmentally controlled facility.

• The government will conduct counterfeit inspections or testing prior to the delivery of parts to the Contractor.

• No technical data will be provided by the government for this task.

• In case of conflict, the text of this document supersedes referenced documents, unless specific exemptions are obtained.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a sole source solicitation (N00164-26-Q-0151) for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Annual Service for parts storage. The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane has a requirement for these services.

• CLIN 0001: Base Award Product Lifecycle Management PLM Annual Service for parts storage, for a period of 1 year from the Date of Award.

• CLIN 0002: Option 1, PLM Annual Service for parts storage, for 12 months following the end of CLIN 0001.

• CLIN 0003: Option 2, PLM Annual Service for parts storage, for 12 months following the end of CLIN 0002.

• CLIN 0004: Option 3, PLM Annual Service for parts storage, for 12 months following the end of CLIN 0002.

• Services are to be provided in accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price, Commercial.

• Period of Performance: Base award through multiple option periods.

• This action is being solicited on a sole source basis with Abaco Systems, Inc. (Cage Code: 0BPH5).

• The solicitation is issued under the authority of FAR 12.102(a) and FAR 5.202(a)(12).

• All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which will be considered by the agency. However, the determination to compete is at the Government's discretion.

• Offers shall be e-mailed to marty.arvin2.civ@us.navy.mil.

• All required information must be received on or before the Closing Date.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Issue Date: 18 MAY 2026
  • Closing Date: 20 MAY 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Time

• Sole Source procurement from Abaco Systems, Inc.

• Justification: In support of manufactured DMSMS Components sole source.

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Any changes to the requirement prior to the closing date will be posted on SAM.gov. Vendors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for amendments.

• Changes made after the closing date will only be provided to offerors who submit a quote.