70 -- Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The Department of Homeland Security's Procurement Directorate Contracting Division issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source with Vibes Technologies, located in Brooklyn Park, MN, for the procurement of various telecommunications equipment. The items include 60 units of 100A Analog Modules for 6400 sets, 150 M12 Headset Adapters, 150 H51 non-compatible Headsets, 5 Definity 6424D+M units, 5 Definity XM24 units, 50 gray Series Handsets, 50 12" handset coil cords for the 6400 series, and 6 Definity 8400B+ Data Modules. The justification for selecting this supplier exclusively is based on a brand name requirement, ensuring equipment compatibility and standardization. The contract specifies a minimum warranty period of 24 months and a preference for new equipment. This sole source contract action signals the government's intent to negotiate with only one source rather than seek competitive bids; however, interested parties may still express their capability or interest by the closing date of March 22, 2004, at 4:30 pm EST. Responses via fax or email are accepted, and while this notice is not a solicitation for competitive proposals, any proposals received will be considered for determining whether to pursue a competitive procurement. The final decision on competition rests solely with the government, and all submissions help inform that determination.