70 -- IMAGE SCANNING SYSTEM FOR FT. MEADE

The U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s Federal Investigative Services Division intends to award a fixed-price agreement to NCS Pearson, Inc. for the procurement of a 5000i-150 Image Scanning System. This system package includes the 5000i-150 Base Scanner, 5012i Transport Printer, 5015i Bar Code Reader, installation services, freight, and a 100-day hardware warranty. The acquisition will be conducted on a sole-source basis under the North American Industry Classification System code 334119, which covers other computer peripheral equipment manufacturing. This action is not a solicitation for proposals, bids, or quotations, and does not establish any commitment by the government for payment related to the preparation or submission of data. This notice serves only as an official announcement of OPM’s intention to negotiate with NCS Pearson, Inc. as the sole responsible source capable of meeting the agency’s requirements for the image scanning system, identified for use at Fort Meade. The contract involves administrative points of contact including a Program Analyst and a Contract Specialist within OPM FISD. Details such as the place of performance and specific agency office locations are not provided. This announcement is informational and does not represent a solicitation or invitation for competitive offers.