70 -- Notice of intent to award sole source for IT efforts

This contract involves the procurement of information technology supplies and services specifically aimed at supporting the relocation of Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) staff from temporary offices in Pentagon Wedge 5 to their permanent locations in Wedge 1. The scope includes surveying, designing, engineering, furnishing, installing, and testing IT and telecommunications systems necessary to handle both classified and unclassified voice, video, and data communications. The project timeline is critical, requiring commencement by January 22, 2008, and completion by November 15, 2008, to ensure alignment with the Pentagon’s renovation schedule, particularly the planned vacate, demolition, abatement, and construction activities in Wedge 5 starting November 2008. The contract, issued by the Washington Headquarters Services under the Department of Defense, is a sole source award referenced by solicitation number PR800033X and falls under NAICS code 517919, covering telecommunications. The point of contact for this procurement is Contracting Officer David E Dornburgh. The effort is designated to maintain continuity of IT services and infrastructure during the transition to permanent offices, which is essential to avoid disruptions connected with the Pentagon’s broader construction program.