70--The USPFO of the Virgin Islands intends to issue a sole source award utilizing Simplified Acquisitions Procedures to Choice Communication, in St. Thomas, VI for wireless data service and the installation of complementary equipment.

The contract involves a sole source award utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures for the Virgin Islands National Guard to obtain wireless data service and install complementary equipment. This award is intended for Choice Communication, located in St. Thomas, VI, as they are the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the agency’s requirements at the facilities. The procurement follows the Other than Full and Open Competition procedures outlined in FAR Part 13.106-1(b) due to the lack of qualified alternative suppliers. The service will enable the National Guard to receive internet connectivity at its facilities, enhancing operational capabilities. This opportunity was not open for competitive proposals, and telephonic inquiries are not accepted. Although it is a non-competitive action, the government has invited any interested parties to submit written responses by 1:00 PM on September 22, 2014, providing valid justification that competition would be beneficial for future acquisitions. The contracting agency is the Department of Defense, specifically the USPFO Activity in the Virgin Islands, with Donna R. Prock-Ledger as the point of contact for further written communication. The contract was posted on May 18, 2015, and falls under NAICS code 517210 related to telecommunications services.