MPS Bridge Contract

The contract is a sole-source bridge award for Managed Print Services (MPS) to Cartridge Technology, LLC, issued under FAR 12.102(a) to ensure uninterrupted mission-critical printing, scanning, and copying operations for the Colorado Air National Guard. The period of performance runs from April 1, 2026, to May 31, 2026, covering a two-month window to prevent service disruption following the sudden termination of the prior contract by DLA with only one business day’s notice. The award was justified on the grounds of urgent need and the incumbent vendor’s unique ability to maintain continuity, as it is the only vendor currently integrated with 81 fully operational Multi-Function Peripherals located at Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, Colorado. The contract has a total estimated value of $24,500, with no line-item breakdowns, options, or extended terms specified. The procurement process did not involve competitive evaluation factors, formal proposals, or public solicitation due to its emergency, non-competitive nature. The contracting office is the 140th Mission Support Group at Buckley Space Force Base, with Capt Jacob Geroux serving as the Contracting Officer. No Contracting Officer’s Representative or technical representative is identified in the documentation. The place of performance is fixed at the existing installation site in Aurora, CO, with no shipping, packaging, or FOB terms applicable due to the service-based nature of the work and pre-deployed equipment. No invoices, payment details, accounting codes, or invoicing systems are specified, and no Section K representations or certifications from the vendor are included in the record. The absence of any clause 52.219-6, attachments, special requirements, security clearances, or quality standards indicates a streamlined, administrative award focused solely on maintaining operational continuity under simplified acquisition procedures. The contract is not subject to any set-aside provisions and is classified under NAICS code 532420 for office administrative services.