R -- Advisory and Assistance Sole Source

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plans to award a firm fixed price sole source contract to Development Associates, Inc. to support the SEC's Office of International Affairs (OIA) under Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The contractor will assist the OIA specifically in matters related to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), providing comprehensive logistical support, event planning, and meeting facilities in India. This support encompasses coordination for several programs, including a joint SEBI/SEC inspection of an SEC-registered Investment Adviser, a Securities Market Oversight and Enforcement Program, and a Financial Reporting and Corporate Governance Program. Additionally, the contractor will manage logistical and travel arrangements for SEBI officials to travel to the United States to participate in joint inspections of broker-dealers or investment advisers registered with the SEC. The contract is set to cover services through May 31, 2008. It is important to note this synopsis serves informational purposes only and does not represent a solicitation for competitive bids. The contract falls under NAICS code 611430, relating to professional and management development training services, reflecting the focus on advisory and assistance support to facilitate international cooperation between the SEC and SEBI.