D--Non-FTS Phone Bills incurred during FY 2011

The Department of Veterans Affairs VISN 22 Network Contracting Activity plans to negotiate a sole source contract with Paetec Communications, Inc. to maintain essential telecommunications services, including 1-800 services, backup telephone support in case of Time Warner outages, on-site computer Help Desk support, and voice services for the Laguna Hills Community Outpatient Clinic. The intended contract duration is three months, emphasizing the government's reliance on Paetec as the sole responsible provider capable of fulfilling these specific requirements. This notice serves as an announcement of the intent to negotiate without soliciting competitive proposals, as the required services are uniquely available from Paetec Communications. Interested parties are invited to submit inquiries in writing within five days of the notice date, addressed to the contracting officer via email or fax. The contract pertains to non-FTS phone bills incurred during FY 2011 under NAICS code 517110, with no additional set-aside or competition anticipated.