--INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT TO SOFTECH, INC FOR PRODUCTCENTER 8 ANNUAL MAINTENACE SUPPORT SERVICES

The U.S. Army Contracting Agency at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD is initiating negotiations for a sole source contract with Softech, Inc., located in Lowell, MA, for annual maintenance support services of ProductCenter 8. This decision is based on the fact that Softech, as the sole proprietor of the product, is uniquely qualified to provide the required support, precluding competition under FAR 6.302-1. The contract falls under the NAICS code 811212, with a size standard of $23 million. Interested parties are invited to submit their interest in writing to the government representative by 11:00 a.m. EST on March 18, 2008, although this notice does not constitute a solicitation or request for proposals. The contracting agency’s designated point of contact is Sharon Gary, the purchasing agent, who can be reached by phone at [phone hidden] or via email at [email hidden]. The contract pertains specifically to ProductCenter 8 annual maintenance support services, and negotiations will focus on awarding this sole source requirement exclusively to Softech, Inc. The contract reflects an administrative action by the Department of Defense, emphasizing the unique proprietary nature of the service and ensuring continuity of service and support for the Army’s system requirements.