Sole Source to M.C. DEAN for LENEL 911 Center from Philadelphia to Norfolk

The U.S. Navy’s NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center in Norfolk, Virginia, plans to award a sole source contract to M.C. Dean for the relocation of proprietary information from the Philadelphia 911 center to the Norfolk facility, operating under FAR Part 12, which governs acquisition of commercial items. This effort involves transferring sensitive system data associated with the LENEL access control platform, requiring specialized technical expertise and familiarity with the existing infrastructure, which justifies the sole source designation. The solicitation number is N0018926QW306, posted on August 6, 2026, with a response deadline of August 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, and no set-aside provisions apply, making it open to any qualified contractor despite the sole source nature. The contract falls under NAICS code 334290, which covers other electronic component manufacturing, reflecting the technical and systems integration nature of the work. The contracting office is located in Norfolk, Virginia, and the performance location spans between Philadelphia and Norfolk, though specific details of the place of performance are not fully defined. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Paul Cofield, reachable via phone at 757-296-6083 or email at paul.b.cofield.civ@us.navy.mil. The action is classified as a presolicitation, indicating that the government is seeking feedback or confirmations before formal solicitation, and the full details can be accessed through the SAM.gov portal under the provided link.