--ACA, Directorate of Contracting, USMA, West Point, NY intends to award on a sole source basis with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1.

The Directorate of Contracting at the United States Military Academy (USMA) in West Point, NY, plans to award a sole source Cost Reimbursement Contract to Watson Services, Inc., a HUBZone-certified contractor. This contract pertains to providing mess attendant and waiter services at the Cadet Mess, along with related custodial duties, scullery operations, housekeeping, grounds maintenance, and cashier services. The procurement process will not involve a competitive solicitation, as the award is based on the authority of FAR 6.302-1, which permits contracting from only one responsible source. Although this notice does not request competitive proposals, the Government will accept capability statements until 3:00 PM on March 14, 2007, and may decide at its discretion whether to continue with a non-competitive award. The contract is classified under NAICS code 722310, relating to food services, and is issued by the Department of Defense office at West Point. There is no solicitation number or specific set-aside type associated beyond the sole source designation. Interested parties can submit capability statements via fax or email to the contracting office, but the ultimate decision to forgo competition rests with the Government. This award fulfills essential support functions for the USMA Cadet Mess, ensuring uninterrupted food service and facility maintenance operations.