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The Library of Congress plans to award a sole source contract to the National Railroad Passenger Co./Amtrak for chartered railroad train service. This contract will be under the simplified acquisition threshold, ensuring a streamlined procurement process. The service is scheduled to occur on a single day in January and will take place in Washington, DC. The contract relates to NAICS code 482112, which covers rail transportation services, and is managed by the Library of Congress's Contracts Services office located in Washington, DC. The designated point of contact for this contract is Lea Gessman, reachable via email or phone. The solicitation was posted in mid-December 2010, and the award focuses on meeting a specific transportation need efficiently within a limited timeframe.

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Library of Congress awards sole source contract to Amtrak for one-day charter train service in DC.

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Library Of Congress → Contracts Services

NAICS

482112 - Short Line Railroads

Place of Performance

Union Station, WASHINGTON, DC, 20540, USA

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PostedDec 16

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AgencyLibrary Of Congress → Contracts Services

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWashington, DC, 20540, USA

Organization / AgencyLibrary Of Congress → Contracts Services

Office AddressWashington, DC, 20540, USA

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Lea Gessman

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+1 (555) 000-0000

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The Library of Congress intends to make a sole source award to the National Railroad Passenger Co./Amtrak for chartered railroad train service. The award will be below the simplified acquisition threshold and performance will take place on one day in January.

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