Notice ofAward will made IAW 10 U.S.C. 2304 (c)(1). Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition, as a one year contract to US Foods, Inc., Lexington, SC to continue to provide Prime Vendor service to the customers in the South Carolina Region.

The contract establishes a one-year period of performance from June 20, 2012, through June 19, 2013, or until a new contract is awarded. It involves awarding a Prime Vendor service contract to US Foods, Inc., located in Lexington, South Carolina, to serve customers in the South Carolina Region. The award is conducted in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), allowing for other than full and open competition, with a Justification and Approval document to be posted at the time of award. This contract is based on solicitation number SPM300_03_R_0005, posted on June 8, 2012. The contract falls under the NAICS code 311999, which generally covers food manufacturing. Margaret R. Conforto is the designated Contracting Officer overseeing this acquisition, and she can be contacted via email or phone for further information. The purpose is to ensure uninterrupted Prime Vendor service in the region while a subsequent contract is procured.