D -- USAFE Southern Base Communications Contract (USBCC) Extension

The United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) plans to modify Contract Number F61521-99-C-5004, known as the USAFE Southern Base Communications Contract (USBCC), with ITT Federal Services International Corporation. This modification will extend the current contract's period of performance by 18 months, lasting until March 31, 2005. The extension is granted on a sole-source, noncompetitive basis due to unusual and compelling urgency, as authorized under 10 USC 2304(c)(2) and FAR 6.302-2. USAFE determined that limiting the work to the incumbent contractor is essential to prevent serious injury to the United States, and no formal solicitation will be issued. The government expects to finalize and execute this contract modification by September 30, 2003. This extension supports continuity of communications services at southern bases under USAFE’s jurisdiction and ensures that ongoing operational requirements are met without interruption. The contract extension underscores the critical nature of the services provided by ITT Federal Services International Corporation under the USBCC and highlights the urgency in maintaining established support.