Conversion Conference
ID: D-25-DR-0002Type: Special Notice
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JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFDRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION
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    The U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) intends to award a sole source purchase order to Post Oak TX, LLC for a conference to be held in Houston, Texas. The procurement aims to secure a venue that meets specific requirements for the Diversion Management Conference, including capacity for 350 attendees, proximity to restaurants, and access to extensive audio-visual equipment, which only the Hilton Houston Galleria can provide. This sole-source acquisition is justified under the Competition in Contracting Act due to the unique capabilities of the identified venue, ensuring effective communication among supervisors within the agency. Interested parties may submit a capabilities statement to Nilda F. Dimmick at nilda.f.dimmick@dea.gov, with the understanding that this notice is not a request for competitive quotations and that the anticipated award will be a firm fixed price purchase order.

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    Nilda F. Dimmick
    nilda.f.dimmick@dea.gov
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    The document outlines the justification for a sole-source procurement for the Diversion Control Division's Diversion Management Conference, which aims to improve communication among supervisors. The Hilton Houston Galleria has been identified as the only venue that can fulfill specific requirements, including capacity for 350 attendees, proximity to restaurants, access to meeting spaces, and availability of extensive audio-visual equipment. Despite reaching out to multiple vendors, no alternatives matched the necessary criteria, prompting the Contracting Officer to conclude that only one source is available for this acquisition. The justification details the required supplies and services, highlighting the necessity of these specific offerings. The document adheres to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) for purchases between $10,000 and $250,000, and confirms that any procurement action will be contingent upon the price being deemed fair and reasonable. This summary reflects the document's purpose to provide a thorough rationale for the sole-source acquisition in compliance with federal regulations, emphasizing its importance in the context of federal grant and procurement processes.
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