99 -- Owl Computing Technologies Annual warranty/hotline support

The Department of Homeland Security is planning to award a sole-source contract to Owl Computing Technologies Inc. of Ridgefield, CT, for annual warranty and hotline support services related to their proprietary communications cards version 3.0. This procurement is authorized under FAR 6.302-1(b)(2) due to Owl Computing's exclusive rights to the specified communication cards. While this announcement is not a request for quotes, other potential sources capable of fulfilling the requirements may submit descriptive literature within seven days of the notice's publication to be considered for future procurements. The decision to open competition later will rest solely with the government. The contract award is scheduled for April 1, 2007, and will follow the Simplified Acquisition Procedures outlined in FAR Part 13. Questions and responses must be submitted in writing by email or fax to the designated contract specialist, Beth A. Johnson. Phone inquiries will not be accepted. The contract falls under NAICS code 423430, and the administering agency is the Contract Administration Services Division of the Department of Homeland Security, located in Washington, DC. This acquisition ensures ongoing support for critical communications hardware vital to DHS operations.