71--Notice of Intent to Award (Justification and Approval)

The contract was awarded on September 24, 2009, to GES Exposition Services on a sole source basis for the delivery, installation, and removal of furniture for the Army Senior Leaders Executive suites at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition, held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from October 3 to 7, 2009. GES Exposition Services is designated as the exclusive provider for furniture, carpet, custom displays, and drayage services at the convention center, making them the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the agency's requirements under the statutory authority of FAR 6.302-1 and 10 USC 2304(c)(1), which allows for other than full and open competition. The Contracting Center of Excellence issued this Justification and Approval notice rather than a competitive solicitation, emphasizing that no competitive request for proposals would be conducted due to the unique nature of the provider. The contract reflects a sole source procurement approach aimed at streamlining logistics for a high-profile event within the Department of Defense's support framework. The contract is managed by Contracting Officer Rodney C. Cameron, with contact details provided from the Contracting Center of Excellence in Alexandria, Virginia. This procurement aligns with NAICS code 337214 and supports the specific logistics needs of the Army at a prominent military industry event.