Limited Source to Curtis Wright or Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation for VXS Static Crossbar Switch per attachments

The U.S. Navy is seeking to acquire VXS Static Crossbar Switches from either Northrop Grumman Corporation or Curtiss-Wright Integrated Solutions. The acquisition is a limited competition basis due to the unique nature of the switches and the high costs associated with qualifying a new source. The Navy requires a limited lifetime buy of the switches to ensure the operational availability of the AN/AES-1 Airborne Laser Mine Detection System. The contract will be a firm fixed price purchase order. • The required item is the VXS Static Crossbar Switch with part number CSW1-021-E4H. • The quantity required is 5 units. • The acquisition will be conducted using simplified acquisition procedures. • The Government's minimum needs have been verified by the certifying technical and requirements personnel.