D--Notice of intent to solicit on a sole source basis under the statutory authority permitting Other than Full and Open Competition 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1

The Government intends to award a three-month bridge contract to CACI-CMS Information Systems, Inc. to provide non-personal services focused on the maintenance and sustainment of key business applications, including the Automated Schedule and Reporting System (ASARS), Exhibit Automation System (EAS), and the Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution (PPBE) Portal. These systems support the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Financial Management and Comptroller, ensuring the continuous functionality and reliability of financial and scheduling applications vital to Army operations. This contract is being awarded on a sole source basis under statutory authority allowing for competition methods other than full and open competition, specifically citing 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1. The contract falls under NAICS code 541511, relating to custom computer programming services. The Department of Defense office responsible for this contract is located at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. The award reflects the need for uninterrupted service during the transition period before a longer-term contract can be procured.