99 -- PWC TEAMMATE LICENSES

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking to negotiate a sole source contract with PwC Product Sales LLC, affiliated with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, for the procurement of 50 additional licenses of the proprietary TeamMate software. This acquisition falls under NAICS code 511210 and will be conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures outlined in FAR Part 13. The sole source basis for this contract is justified by PwC Product Sales LLC holding the exclusive proprietary rights necessary to provide the specific TeamMate licenses required by DLA J-308. This contract opportunity was publicly announced with a response deadline of 4:00 PM EST on September 17, 2007, allowing limited avenues for government discretion on whether to pursue competitive bidding. The designated points of contact for inquiries are Mr. Robert E. Mitchell, reachable only via fax or email, and Contracting Officer Patrick J. Kennedy. The procurement reflects a targeted effort to efficiently obtain proprietary software licenses essential for DLA operations, leveraging the streamlined acquisition process to expedite contract award.