Conference Space Rental for Hurricane Disaster Support

The contract, identified as Purchase Order 73351018P0005, involved a sole source award to Dulles Hotels, LLC for conference space rental at the Crowne Plaza in Herndon, Virginia. This agreement was executed under the Federal Acquisition Regulation provision FAR Part 6.302-2, allowing for other than full and open competition due to unusual and compelling urgency. The urgent need arose from the rapid expansion of the Small Business Administration’s Office of Disaster Assistance in response to the major hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, which necessitated immediate additional office space to support disaster relief efforts. The rental space was required for a short-term period of a few months to accommodate the increased SBA staff engaged in disaster recovery activities. The contract ensured a timely and critical solution to the urgent operational demands caused by the natural disasters, facilitating efficient onboarding and workspace availability. The contracting office maintained contact information for oversight and communication, with Tracy Lambert serving as the point of contact. The NAICS code associated with the contract is 531120, which corresponds to lessors of nonresidential buildings, confirming the nature of the leased facility.