SOLE SOURCE NOTICE

The NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Groton Office plans to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to Thomas International Inc. under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, which allows for contracts without competition when justified. This contract opportunity, identified by solicitation number N0018924QG056, is not a request for proposals but a formal notification of intent. Interested parties wishing to challenge this sole source justification must submit written documentation demonstrating that an equivalent service exists that can meet the government’s requirements. Such challenges should be directed to Nichole Stevens via her provided email address and must contain sufficient detail to assist the government in deciding whether to open the requirement to competition. The contract pertains to services falling under the NAICS code 541511, primarily associated with custom computer programming services. The awarding office is located in Norfolk, Virginia, under the Department of Defense. The government retains sole discretion in determining whether to proceed with sole source acquisition or to compete the requirement based on any received challenges. This process ensures transparency and provides vendors an opportunity to present alternatives while making clear that the final decision rests with the government.