68 -- Safety Support Supplies/Services

Customs and Border Protection intends to negotiate a six-month sole source bridge contract with Lab Safety Supply, Inc., located in Janesville, WI, to provide distribution and industry technical support for personal property equipment and supplies. This interim contract aims to maintain continuity of services and supplies while final preparations for a competitive solicitation are completed. The procurement will be conducted under the authority of FAR 6.302, allowing negotiation with a single source due to its interim nature and the specialized requirements involved. The notice indicates that although this is not a request for competitive proposals, any interested parties with the capability to fulfill the requirement may express their interest or submit proposals within 10 days of the notice's publication. Responses must be submitted by email only, with no telephone inquiries accepted. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 325188 and is managed by the Procurement Directorate Contracting Division of the Department of Homeland Security, headquartered in Washington, DC. The contract is titled "Safety Support Supplies/Services" and is identified under solicitation number HSBP1108R1605.