INDEFINITE DELIVERY INDEFINITE QUANTITY (IDIQ)

The contract solicitation F16SOL10020 seeks firms to provide Security Architect-Engineer and Physical Security Specialist support services for the Smithsonian Institution under an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement. The solicitation was posted in October 2016 and is categorized under NAICS code 541330, which pertains to engineering services. After a thorough evaluation process based on established criteria, four firms were identified as the most qualified and advanced to the shortlist: Applied Research Associates, Inc. from Vicksburg, MS; DVS, a division of Ross & Baruzzini from Hamden, CT; GHD, Inc. from Chantilly, VA; and M2H Protection from Frederick, MD. This contract aims to secure specialized expertise necessary for comprehensive security architecture and physical security support for the Smithsonian Institution, reflecting the organization's commitment to protecting its assets and operations. The solicitation does not specify a formal set-aside designation, and the place of performance is not detailed in the available information. Key contacts for the solicitation include Christine Grant and Willard Powell, both designated as contract specialists and reachable through Smithsonian email addresses and a phone number provided for further inquiries.