J--Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Spectra Logic T50e

The Army Contracting Command, National Capital Region, on behalf of the United States Army Information Technology Agency, plans to award a sole source contract to Spectra Logic Corp for maintenance services of the Spectra Logic T50e tape backup unit. This contract will be awarded under FAR 6.302-1, citing that Spectra Logic is the only responsible source capable of providing the necessary maintenance, expertise, and parts for this specific equipment. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price agreement, covering one base year with two additional option years, totaling three years of maintenance support. This action is a notice of intent rather than a solicitation for competitive proposals, as no other vendors are eligible or able to fulfill the agency's requirements. The announcement makes clear that interested parties may submit a Capability Statement to the designated Contract Specialist, Undra Robinson, by email no later than September 10, 2012, though the government reserves the right to decide not to compete the contract based on responses. No requests for proposals will be issued, and phone calls regarding this contract will not be accepted. The contract relates to NAICS code 811212, applicable to equipment maintenance services, emphasizing the specialized nature of the technical support necessary for the Spectra Logic T50e unit.