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Notice Of Intent to Sole Source - General Dynamics Information Technology Inc

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HSSCCG-15-R-00060Federal

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The Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) plans to award a sole source contract to General Dynamics Information Technology Inc. (GDIT) for a 12-month period to supply specially engineered non-optical card consumables used in the production of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). This contract covers card stock, holograms, monthly operational support labor, and secure storage services at GDIT’s manufacturing facilities. The key driver for this sole source arrangement is the proprietary nature of the card stock, which includes unique, custom-designed security features such as embedded colors and multi-spectral identifiers that make the cards counterfeit-resistant. GDIT is the sole capable vendor as the incumbent with exclusive knowledge of USCIS's specific requirements, ensuring uninterrupted production and support. GDIT’s unique qualifications, proven track record, and immediate readiness underpin the agency's decision to forgo competitive solicitation under federal acquisition regulations. The notice serves as an official intent to negotiate directly with GDIT and is not a request for competitive bids. Communication regarding this procurement is directed exclusively to the designated Contract Specialist, with no telephone or fax inquiries accepted. The contract relates to NAICS code 323111 and will be managed through USCIS offices located in Williston, Vermont.

General Info

USCIS awards sole source 12-month contract to GDIT for proprietary EAD card consumables.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → USCIS Contracting Office(erbur)

NAICS

323111 - Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)

Place of Performance

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PostedJul 27

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → USCIS Contracting Office(erbur)

Contacts2 people available

OfficeWilliston, VT, 05495, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → USCIS Contracting Office(erbur)

Office AddressWilliston, VT, 05495, USA

Contacts

Christopher Hatin

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Charles E. JulianContracting Officer

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) under Department of Homeland Security (DHS) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with General Dynamics Information Technology Inc. (GDIT), Fairfax, VA pursuant to 41 U.S.C. 253(a)(1)-Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirement. The contemplated award will be for a period of performance of 12 months. This justification is based on only one source, the award will be to order specifically engineered non-optical card consumables to produce Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). This action includes card stock, holograms, ongoing monthly operations support labor, and secure storage services at the vendors manufacturing facilities. The card stock contains a number of very specific proprietary custom-designed visual and structural security features, more specifically, colors and multi-spectral identifiers embedded in the card structure, which make the card counterfeit resistant. GDIT as the incumbent, is the only company at this time that possesses the ability to fulfill the governments need. GDIT is the only source capable of fulfilling the Governments need without disruption as they possess the knowledge of USCIS requirement which would allow them to perform immediately, which no other contractor can do in this time frame. Furthermore, GDIT has a proven track record, and has demonstrated through past performance that they continue to support this requirement for the requested Period of Performance. Based on the above information, the proposed contractor's unique qualifications require use of the rationale cited. The Synopsis is for notification purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETIVE OFFEROR'S and a solicitation will not be issued. Information can be sent to the Contract Specialist, Christopher C. Hatin at contact@example.gov. No telephone or facsimile requests will be accepted.