D--Telecommunications for Charleston CBOC

The contract concerns the provision of local telecommunications services for the Veteran Administration Medical Center and Veteran Homeless Centers in West Virginia, currently supplied by Frontier Communication Corporation. The existing telecommunication hardware is manufactured by Frontier, and the Government anticipates that competition would not significantly reduce costs or improve delivery times. As a result, the procurement is conducted under an exception to full and open competition per FAR Part 6.302-1(a), which permits sole-source contracting when only one responsible source is capable of meeting the agency’s minimum needs. Frontier Communication Corporation is identified as the sole provider able to fulfill the current requirements without unacceptable delays or duplication of costs. Interested parties are invited to submit detailed technical capabilities and evidence within three days to demonstrate the advantage of competition, although the agency reserves full discretion in deciding whether to pursue competitive procurement. This notice serves strictly for informational purposes and does not solicit quotes or proposals. Responses must clearly show the ability to meet agency criteria. Communication regarding this opportunity can be directed to the designated contact at the VA. The contract’s scope under NAICS code 517110 centers on telecommunications, specifically supporting the Charleston Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC).