NOI - Smiths Detection Maintenance (Sole Source)

The Federal Bureau of Investigation intends to award a one-time, sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to Smith’s Detection for the maintenance and warranty services of its existing Mailguard Screening systems, a requirement that can only be met by the original equipment manufacturer due to proprietary technology and exclusive service capabilities. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.103-1 as no other source can provide the necessary support, and no competition is feasible. The contract will be performed at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, with all services rendered on-site to ensure operational continuity of the screening equipment. The solicitation number is 15F06726Q0000238, posted on SAM.gov on May 12, 2026, with responses due by May 26, 2026, and must be submitted exclusively via email to Kayla Haley at knhaley@fbi.gov. No formal proposal format, page limits, or evaluation factors apply because this is not a competitive acquisition, and the award will be based solely on the vendor’s unique ability to maintain its own equipment under warranty. The NAICS code assigned is 561621 for Security Systems Services, and no set-aside provisions are utilized. The contracting office is located in Washington, DC, and while the contract value remains undisclosed, the arrangement is structured as a firm fixed price to limit financial exposure. Smith’s Detection, located in Edgewood, Maryland, submitted a sole-source justification during market research confirming exclusivity, and the government retains responsibility for inspection and acceptance at the performance location. No supplemental attachments, packaging specifications, invoicing systems, or accounting codes were provided, and there are no options, clearances, or additional clauses identified beyond the sole-source justification and direct negotiation framework.