66 -- EXTEND Upgrade Package

The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY plans to award a sole source purchase order to Instron Corporation for an EXTEND Upgrade Package. This procurement is justified under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304 (c)(1), which allows for contracting without full and open competition when there is only one responsible source capable of fulfilling the agency’s requirements. The relevant industry classification codes for this contract are SIC 3829 and NAICS 334519, with a size standard of 500 employees, indicating the specialized nature of the equipment or service provided. Although all responses from responsible sources will be considered, no formal solicitation will be issued, and this notice serves only as an announcement of the agency’s intent. The contract reference number is DEAN04-338 and was posted on June 18, 2004. The contracting agency is the Maritime Administration within the Department of Transportation, operating out of the office in Kings Point, NY. The designated point of contact for this procurement is Bridget S. Duffy, Contract Specialist, reachable via phone or email. This sole source action underscores the unique capability of Instron Corporation to meet the technical needs of the EXTEND Upgrade Package, ensuring continued operational standards at the Merchant Marine Academy without competitive bidding processes.