Notice Of Intent To Award Sole Source - Aviation Devices and Electronic Components L.L.C.

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE

Project Title: P-8A Aircraft Antenna Gasket – United States Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) – PMA 290

General Services Administration hereby submits a notice of intent to award a sole source firm-fixed price contract for the P-8A antenna gasket to Aviation Devices and Electronic Components L.L.C., 3215 W Loop 820, Fort Worth, Texas, 76116, UEID HYFGDXK754B4 on behalf of the United States Naval Air Systems Command.

The proposed procurement is for supplies for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of DFARS 206.302-1, FAR 13.106-1(b)(2), and in accordance with FAR 13.501(a) as only one source will reasonably satisfy agency requirements. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. However, any interested party that believes it can meet the P-8A antenna gasket requirement described herein may provide a response and provide evidence of their capability to fulfill the requirement. All responses received in writing by December 22, 2025, will be considered by the Government. Responses must be supported with clear and convincing evidence to clearly be able to provide the supplies outlined in this notice. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

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Document: P-8A Antenna Gasket Information

This document compiles technical specifications, replacement options, and relevant NAICS codes for the P-8A Poseidon antenna gasket, part number *********.

Part Details & Description

The antenna gasket is a specialized, pre-cured, conductive antenna gasket manufactured by Av-DEC. It is designed specifically for use on the P-8A Poseidon military aircraft.

Technical Specifications

The gasket is part of Av-DEC's HI-TAK product line and is a conductive polyurethane foam matrix with an integrated aluminum mesh frame.

Material Composition

Pre-cured polyurethane sealant with a conductive mesh frame.

Frame (Mesh) Material

5056 Aluminum alloy.

Conductivity

Conductive; provides critical electrical bonding.

Bonding Resistance

Meets MIL-B-5087B Class "R", MIL-STD-464, and MIL-STD-1310H requirements (≤ 2.5 mΩ).

Color

Blue (standard for Av-DEC conductive gaskets).

Thickness (as supplied)

Standard 0.055 inches (1.40 mm).

Thickness (compressed)

Standard 0.034 inches (0.86 mm).

Service Temperature Range

-85°F to 275°F (-65°C to 135°C).

Shelf Life

Indefinite (when stored properly in sealed packaging and protected from UV light).

The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.

This is NOT a request for quotes or proposals.

Questions or responses to this Notice of Intent must be submitted in writing to Contract Specialist, Antwoine Griggs, at antwoine.griggs@gsa.gov and Contracting Officer Phillip Cleveland, at phillip.cleveland@gsa.gov, no later than the date noted above. No phone calls or voice mail messages will be accepted or responded to. Please indicate in the subject of your email: Notice of Intent Question Submission – P-8A Antenna Gasket

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