B -- Expert Services

The contract proposes awarding expert services to John Butler for the period from March 17, 2008, through December 31, 2008, under non-competitive procedures authorized by FAR 6.302-1. The services include assisting in the preparation of the Davis-Bacon fiscal year 2008 financial statements for audit by independent auditors, as well as the development and training of GAO staff involved with Davis-Bacon functions. While the government intends to negotiate with a single source, it invites interested parties to express their capability or submit proposals within 45 days of the notice's publication, though this is not a request for competitive proposals. The government retains full discretion to determine whether to pursue competition based on responses received. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 519190 and was publicly posted on January 24, 2008. Primary points of contact include Adrienne C. Walker, Contract Specialist, and Darion P. Powell, Contracting Officer, with provided email addresses and phone numbers for communication. The place of performance and exact office address details are unspecified. The government emphasizes that information submitted during the response period will primarily inform their decision about conducting any competitive procurement.