Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Contract
ID: 5000194149Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE:- PERSONAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT (R610)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/481bd7e051064424a308176ba3770231/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Treasury's Internal Revenue Service (IRS) intends to award a sole-source contract for administrative support services related to personal property management. The notice, which applies NAICS code 519290 and PSC code R610, indicates the government's plan to procure services within the scope of web search portals and all other information services.

    The IRS has identified a single source for this contract, focusing on the unique capabilities and expertise required. The agency plans to award the contract without a competitive procurement process. The nature of the required work, as well as the specialized skills needed, make this a non-standard requirement.

    The contract's place of performance is Dallas, Texas, and the primary contact for inquiries is Hassan Villalba, reachable at hassan.a.villalba@irs.gov or 469-801-0778.

    The attached notice provides further details, outlining the specific intentions and justifications for the sole-source approach. Potential offerors should carefully review this information to understand the unique circumstances and requirements of this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Hassan Villalba
    (469) 801-0778
    hassan.a.villalba@irs.gov
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