36--SUBJECT: NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE TO SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF COPIERS.

The Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, plans to enter into sole source negotiations with Sharp Electronics Corporation to purchase eight multifunctional copier units previously leased by the CARA Headquarters at the same location. These copiers have been specifically customized to meet the organization's security requirements, including Common Access Card (CAC) access and encryption capabilities. The procurement is designated under the NAICS code 333315, with a size standard of 500 employees, and is exempt from competitive bidding pursuant to the Federal Acquisition Regulation provision FAR 6.302-1. Interested parties are invited to express their interest in writing by a specified deadline, although this notice does not constitute a formal request for proposals or an offer solicitation. The contracting officer overseeing this acquisition is Toni M. Foster, who serves as the Purchasing Agent, providing a direct contact email for inquiries. This action reflects the Department of Defense’s intent to maintain the continuity and security of critical office equipment through direct procurement from a specialized supplier.