Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Eastman Kodak Company

The Social Security Administration (SSA) plans to renew a sole-source, firm fixed-price delivery order contract with Eastman Kodak Company for maintenance services on two Kodak VL-Series printers and their related software. These printers are critical to the agency’s operations as they are used to print Social Security cards. Additionally, the VL-Series printers integrate with the agency’s track and trace system, which enables the SSA to monitor each card from the time of printing until its delivery. The contract continues to support these essential functions, ensuring the reliability and upkeep of the equipment and software. This contract falls under the NAICS code 811212 and is managed by the SSA’s Office of Acquisition Grants, based in Baltimore, Maryland. The sole-source nature of the contract highlights the proprietary relationship with Eastman Kodak Company as the exclusive provider capable of maintaining the specialized printers and integrated software system. For further inquiries, the point of contact is Katie M.H. Cornelia, reachable via email and phone. This contractual action underscores the agency’s reliance on Kodak’s technology to maintain the secure and efficient production and tracking of Social Security cards.