--Security Guard Services, U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers Field Office, 1 Bond Street, Albany, NY 12210-2400

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District plans to exercise an option to extend the current contract for Security Guard Services with C&P Investigation, Inc., covering services at the Corps of Engineers Field Office located at 1 Bond Street, Albany, New York. The renewal period for this contract extension is from May 1, 2004, through April 30, 2005. This action is being taken under a specific contract clause that allows for extending the contract term without soliciting new bids at this time. However, the notice is issued to determine if other sources might be capable of meeting the government’s security service requirements. Interested parties capable of fulfilling these security guard service needs are requested to submit comprehensive information demonstrating their qualifications along with representative pricing within ten days of the notice’s publication. Although this is not a formal request for proposal or quotations, it aims to identify potential alternate providers. Submissions should be directed to the designated contract specialist at the New York District, with all relevant contact details provided. The contract’s place of performance and the extension process emphasize continuity of service while also opening a window for market competition to ensure best value for the government.