71 -- Supplies/Services

Customs and Border Protection plans to award a simplified acquisition contract to Arbee Associates, located in Gaithersburg, MD, for the procurement of furniture, audiovisual equipment, and related supplies necessary for completing Phase IV at the Harpers Ferry Training Academy. This contract will integrate with an existing Federal Supply Schedule Contract (GS-28F-0047) and aligns with specific technical requirements tied to Federal Supply Schedule 71 II H for Package Office, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 8.4 guidelines. The contract falls under NAICS code 423210 and is managed by the Procurement Directorate Contracting Division within the Department of Homeland Security, based in Washington, DC. The open market approach for this acquisition facilitates tailored procurement that meets the unique needs for the project's completion. The solicitation reference number is CBP-PAS-HF, with the opportunity publicly posted on September 9, 2005. This structured procurement supports the operational enhancement of the Harpers Ferry Training Academy by supplying integrated office and training environment resources efficiently.