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JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION- Communications interoperability upgrade vessel traffic service

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70Z033J26000002Federal

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The Department of Homeland Security, through Base Seattle, is pursuing a sole-source procurement under FAR 13.5 and FAR 12.102 for a communications interoperability upgrade for the Vessel Traffic Service (VTS). With an estimated value of 72,000.00 dollars, the contract is designated for the Marine Exchange of Puget Sound (MXPS) due to urgent operational needs and the proprietary nature of the required technology. The project focuses on supporting the USCG Sector Puget Sound during routine and emergency Continuity of Operations (COOP) activations, ensuring uninterrupted real-time communications and secure backup systems. The scope of work includes the integration, installation, and maintenance of the proprietary Wärtsilä PortLink PMIS platform, for which MXPS holds exclusive licensing. Key deliverables involve provisioning primary and backup IP connectivity for AIS/COMMS sites, commissioning a managed dispatch system for VHF channels, and providing 24/7 operational support and preventive maintenance. Performance will take place in Seattle, Washington, and requires the contractor to maintain a dedicated operations floor and a customized radio architecture to ensure rapid mobilization and system reliability during emergencies.

General Info

DHS sole-source contract with MXPS for VTS communications upgrades in Seattle for $72,000.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → Base SEATTLE(00033)

NAICS

488330 - Navigational Services to Shipping

Place of Performance

Seattle, WA, 98134, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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VTS+COOP+JFOC+FAR+6+302+2+URGENT+AND+COMPELLING+NEED+4.pdf

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PhaseAwarded

PostedAug 11

Justification (J&A)

AwardedOct 20

Contract was awarded

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AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Base SEATTLE(00033)

Contacts1 person available

OfficeSEATTLE, WA, 98134, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Base SEATTLE(00033)

Office AddressSEATTLE, WA, 98134, USA

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Elizabeth Meister

contact@example.gov

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This Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition is published in accordance with FAR 13.5 Simplified Acquistions for only one source. Restricting Competition FAR 12.102, only one source is available due to urgency.

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