Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Purchase Order

The Department of Homeland Security's Office of Procurement Operations plans to issue a sole source purchase order to Hankins and Anderson, Inc. for construction administration services related to the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center. Hankins and Anderson, as the Designer of Record for the upcoming construction project, is deemed the only responsible source capable of providing the required design expertise and knowledge. This action will be conducted under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), and no competitive solicitation will be issued, with the government reserving the right to decide whether to seek competition. The contract pertains to the NAICS code 541330, covering architectural and engineering services, with the place of performance in Bluemont, Virginia. While this notice is not a request for proposals, interested parties may express their interest and submit capability statements by the specified deadline. The point of contact for the contract includes Contract Specialist Paula K. Nusbaum and Contracting Officer LaShonda C. Keith, both available via email and phone for inquiries. This procurement reflects a specific requirement tied to the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center project.