DON eBusiness Research Services

The Department of Navy eBusiness Operations Office, in coordination with the Naval Inventory Control Point Mechanicsburg, plans to issue a contract to Northwestern University for conducting eBusiness research services. This research will focus on examining current commercial practices and addressing specific Navy operational challenges. The scope of work is limited in both duration and breadth. The acquisition will be made using simplified acquisition procedures, with the Government intending to negotiate directly with a single source under FAR 6.302 authority, although proposals received within seven days of the notice will be reviewed to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. The solicitation, titled "DON eBusiness Research Services," was posted in early March 2002 by the Naval Supply Weapon Systems Support office located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. While not set aside for any specific business type, the contract aims to streamline procurement for targeted research efforts by leveraging industry expertise. The designated point of contact for this procurement is Senior Contract Specialist Patty Hirsch, who can be reached via phone or email for additional information about this acquisition.