Notice of Intent to Award a Sole-Source Purchase Order

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground, Tobyhanna Division, is issuing a notice of intent to award a sole-source purchase order under FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B) to Pitney Bowes, Incorporated for a Package Tracking Software Update with Hardware. The acquisition is non-competitive due to the proprietary nature of Pitney Bowes equipment, which requires manufacturer authorization for maintenance and repair services, making it the only entity capable of supporting the existing government systems. The contract includes a one-year base period with four one-year option periods, and performance will occur at Tobyhanna Army Depot in Pennsylvania. Contractors must demonstrate their authorization from Pitney Bowes and submit a capability statement and price list via email to the designated contracting point of contact, Forrest Green, no later than May 13, 2026. The award is based solely on the necessity to use the original equipment manufacturer to ensure system compatibility, continuity, and compliance with technical standards, with no competitive evaluation factors or weighted criteria applied. The contractor is required to provide emergency repair services with a maximum five-hour response time during business hours and maintain ongoing software updates and preventive maintenance. No specific pricing, contract value, packaging standards, inspection criteria, or detailed delivery terms are provided in the documentation, and no formal contract clauses, representations, or certifications are listed beyond the requirement for proof of manufacturer authorization. The submission must be delivered electronically with the correct notice ID in the subject line, and no other submission methods or portals are accepted.