Digital forensics

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with AVAIL Forensics located at 4022 Shipyard Boulevard, Wilmington, NC 28403. This purchase requirement is to replace part of existing kits that were custom built by the vendor. The parts and replacements being requested are proprietary to the existing vendor and much match the existing products. In accordance with FAR 5.207(c)(16)(ii), vendors that feel they can meet the Government's requirements detailed above may submit a capability statement which shall be considered by the agency. The Government anticipates the award of a firm-fixed price purchase order. A determination by the Government not to open the requirement to competition based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. This requirement is set-aside for small businesses only. In accordance with FAR 6.302-1(c) the justification is attached with this notice. The acquisition will be conducted through the FAR Part 13 "Simplified Acquisition Procedures." The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this requirement is 423430, Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software. The business size standard is 250 employees. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotation. A Request for Quotation (RFQ) is not available. Closing date for submitting a capability statement is August 3rd, 2021 at 10:00am Eastern Time. All submissions should be submitted electronically to contact@example.gov.