B -- Studies and Analysis of Aging and Public Health

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) intends to award, on a sole source basis a purchase order to The Benson Consulting Group, 7106 Maple Ave # 2, Silver Springs, MD 20912. The proposed contractor is the only known responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The period of performance shall commence on the date of receipt of the purchase order through September 30, 2004 The Contractor shall provide the necessary supplies and services required to perform professional services necessary to develop partnerships with key external organizations and provide recommendations for the refinement, launch and improvement of CDC's National Program to Promote Healthy Aging. Anticipated award date is January 6, 2004. This is not a request for competitive proposals and no solicitation is available. Firms that believe they can provide the required services are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the Contracting Officer within 15 days from the date of this synopsis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Inquiries may be sent to Penny Lyle Norton by e-mail at pnorton@cdc.gov. Note 22