Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) plans to issue a sole source purchase order to Spectra Logic for backup tape drive units, exercising authority under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and 41 U.S.C. 1901. The contract is set to be firm-fixed price, with a performance period of twelve months from the award date, and will be awarded using Simplified Acquisition procedures. No formal solicitation or request for quotations will be issued, and this notice serves as the only announcement for this procurement. The FBOP invites responses only if there is clear and convincing evidence that competition would benefit the Government, with any such responses to be considered within three days of this notice. This contract action corresponds to solicitation number DJBP0700NAS02962015 and is associated with NAICS code 541519. The primary place of performance is Washington, DC, though the contracting office is located in Florence, Colorado. Interested parties must demonstrate their capability to meet the Bureau of Prisons’ requirements to be considered for a competitive process, which remains at the Government's discretion. The point of contact for this acquisition is Laurence Faytaren, reachable via email or phone as provided in the announcement.