Notice of Intent to Sole Source RT3 Friction Measuring Equipment

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Background The 173rd Mission Support Contracting intends to award a sole source contract to Halliday Technologies, Inc. for the RT3 Runway Friction Testing equipment. This contract is being awarded under the statutory authority of 41 USC 1901, as only one responsible source can meet the agency's requirements. The goal of this contract is to procure specialized equipment necessary for runway maintenance and safety operations. Work Details The contract involves the procurement of one Continuous Friction Meter Equipment (CFME) Runway Friction Tester with the following minimum requirements: - The unit must be mountable to a 1 ton or larger pickup truck and capable of driving in reverse while conducting friction tests at speeds between 15-60 MPH, specifically for winter maintenance activities involving loose and/or packed snow. - The unit cannot be in a tow-behind trailer to maximize safety and minimize potential injuries or damage. - There should be no snow depth limit for testing, and the wheel must be able to be raised when not in use. - The software must be customizable for Kingsley Field ANGB runways and taxiways, with a tablet included that is compatible with Android for data collection functions. - Friction data must convert to Runway Condition Reading (RCR) values electronically and send this data via Bluetooth to a tablet in the vehicle. - Data should upload in real-time to a custom website accessible by airfield users. - The tester must have an easy-to-use interface, operate with minimal input from the operator/driver, and ensure results are independent of driver manipulation. - Compliance with DAFMAN 13-204v2 and FAA AC 150/5320-12C is required, along with accreditation/certification under FAA 150-5200-30D. - The unit must also meet OSHA standards for mechanical device safety without exposed belts or pulleys. Period of Performance The geographic location(s) the product will be delivered to or performed at Bidder Requirements This opportunity is set aside as 'Small Business Set Aside - Total (SBA)'. Bidders must meet specific requirements including being an authorized distributor or OEM for the equipment being procured. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent, Halliday Technologies, based on closely related prior awards under W911S823PA011 and W911S223D6012 (including an IDV and related contract actions). The prior work includes installation and calibration of RT3 flight water system components into an existing RT3 runway friction testing system, as well as RT3 flight-only repair, which aligns with the current requirement to procure RT3 runway friction measuring equipment (CFME/RT3 friction testing capability) for runway maintenance and safety operations.