70 -- Matrix Switchers

The Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO) at Scott Air Force Base plans to award a sole source purchase order to Conference Technologies, Inc. for the procurement, installation, and programming of two Extron Crosspoint Plus 1616HVA Matrix Switchers. This purchase falls under the Platinum/Gold Service Agreement offered by the company. The justification for using a sole source contract is based on statutory authority 10 USC 2304(c)(1), citing that Conference Technologies is the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency's specific requirements. Written expressions of interest from other capable suppliers must be submitted within three days of the notice, with no oral communications accepted. The contract, referenced as CMTDC0500079, was posted on September 3, 2005, with an estimated award date of September 7, 2005. It falls under NAICS code 423430, which pertains to wholesale electronic markets and agents and brokers. The contracting activities are managed by the Telecommunications Division of the Department of Defense, with Danette L. Wesselmann serving as the Contract Specialist and Anne M. Hellman as the Contracting Officer, both reachable via provided contact details. The place of performance and delivery will be at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, and all responsible sources will be considered for evaluation before finalizing the sole source decision.