70 -- Intent to Issue a Purchase Order on a Non-Competitive Basis

The Department of State intends to issue a purchase order to ADT Security Services, Inc. on a noncompetitive basis under the Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 12 for the acquisition of commercial items. ADT Security Services is expected to provide enhanced and customized support for users of the CCure 800 Model 30 software, originally acquired solely from ADT in 2002. The contract involves continued support and maintenance of previously purchased hardware and software. Interested parties are invited to submit a detailed written narrative demonstrating their technical capability and including price information to enable the agency to assess their ability to meet the contract requirements. Responses must be received by 12:00 EST on May 3, 2004, and no telephone inquiries will be entertained. Failure to submit the requested documentation will result in the Government proceeding directly with negotiations. The solicitation is identified by number AQM0001, and the point of contact for this procurement is Contract Specialist Kathleen J. Mejia. This action follows procedures consistent with acquiring commercial items, specifically under NAICS code 423430, which pertains to computer and software support services.