Department of the Navy, NAWCAD Contracts Competency Division, MS32, 22541 Millstone Road, Patuxent River, MD 20670-5304

D -- UPGRADE AND MAINTENANCE OF SAFVR SYSTEM II SOL NOO421-97-R-1053 DUE 012197 POC Chris Lyons, Contract Specialist, (301) 342-1825 ext. 212 Deborah Mutschler, Contracting Officer, (301) 342-1825 ext. 111. The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Patuxent River, MD, Data Processing and Display Division requires upgrade and maintenance services for the Semi-Automated Film/Video Reader (SAFVR) system II for a base year plus four one year option periods. This requirement is being conducted under other than full and open competition with Amerinex Artificial Intelligence, Inc., 409 Main Street, Amherst, MA 01002 pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), only one responsible source. Amerinex Artificial Intelligence, Inc. was the developing company and maintains the proprietary rights to all software imbedded in the basic system as well as all software enhancements. Consequently, they are the only company that can provide software that is 100% compatible with existing application programs. An indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity type contract is anticipated. Responsible sources may request a copy of the solicitation by contacting Mr. Chris Lyons, Code 25521J, Contracts Division, Mail Stop 32, Bldg. 588, Patuxent River, MD 20670-5304 or by fax at (301) 342- 1864. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. See Numbered Note 22. (0338)

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