D -- Software Support and Maintenance

The Bureau of Labor Statistics is planning to enter into a sole source contract with QQQ Software, Inc. for the renewal of support and upgrade services related to previously purchased TPL Software. The contract will be executed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, with a total estimated cost not exceeding $55,000. This procurement is not open for competition, as the Government has decided to proceed without requesting offers or issuing a formal solicitation, making this notice solely informational. The contract, titled "D -- Software Support and Maintenance," carries the solicitation number BLS-06-01 and was posted on October 13, 2005. The contract pertains to the NAICS code 334119, which covers software support services. The contracting officers responsible for this procurement are Michelle C. Govan, the Purchasing Agent, and Karen M. Barton, the Contracting Officer. The point of contact information, including email addresses and phone numbers, is provided for further inquiries related to the contract. The contracting is expected to ensure continued software functionality and upgrades necessary for the Bureau's operational needs.