S -- Local Guard Services for U.S. Embassy Tripoli, Libya

The U.S. Embassy in Tripoli, Libya intends to award a sole source contract to Diplomatic Services Company (DSC) for local guard services. The decision to pursue this contract without competition is based on the federal regulation FAR 6.302-1(a)(2), which allows for sole source awards when only one responsible source is capable of providing the required services. The host government has confirmed that DSC is the only authorized contractor to provide security services to the embassy, making them the sole qualified provider for this requirement. This contract aims to ensure local security at the U.S. Embassy through a provider vetted and authorized by the host country. This notice functions as a pre-solicitation, posted on October 9, 2007, with the solicitation number SLY800-08-R-0002. The contract falls under NAICS code 561612, relating to security guard and patrol services. The Government retains discretion to consider any information received in response to this announcement solely to determine whether a competitive procurement would be warranted. Scott M. Simpson is the designated Contracting Officer for this procurement, and all inquiries or responses should be directed accordingly. The contract location is Tripoli, Libya, with DSC's office on Gergaresh Road, and the awarded provider is expected to maintain local guard services essential for the secure operation of the U.S. Embassy in that region.