R -- Intent to Sole Source for National Fire Code Subscriptions

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Office of Procurement Operations plans to negotiate a sole source purchase order for a one-year electronic subscription to the National Fire consensus codes and standards provided by the National Fire Protection Association. This subscription is critical to the Office of Safety and Environmental Programs, enabling them to guide DHS components in compliance with crucial National Fire Codes related to sprinkler system installations, electrical safety, and fire alarm requirements. The intention to sole source reflects the specialized nature of the standards required and the necessity of continuous access to these up-to-date codes to support DHS’s safety mission. Responses to the notice were required by August 21, 2007, and this announcement was not a solicitation for competitive proposals. The contract is identified under solicitation number RUAS-07-00107, with a NAICS code of 519190, and will be administered through the Contract Administration Services Division in Washington, DC. The primary point of contact for this contract is Myrtle C. Miller, Contract Specialist, reachable via phone or email. This arrangement underscores DHS’s commitment to maintaining rigorous safety standards through established, authoritative coding subscriptions essential for regulatory compliance and operational safety oversight.