Notice of Intent to Sole Source - CEATI International Professional Organizational Memberships
ID: W912HQ25S0009Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW4LD USA HECSAALEXANDRIA, VA, 22315-3860, USA

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/51b4010e6110484bb2c1189b40779ff2/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), intends to award a sole-source contract to CEATI International for the renewal of its professional organizational memberships. This procurement aims to support USACE's participation in critical disciplinary groups related to Dam Safety, Hydropower Plant Equipment, Hydropower Operations and Planning, Protection & Control, and Stations Equipment, which are essential for the agency's operations and technical collaboration. The membership facilitates vital information exchange and educational opportunities, reinforcing USACE's leadership in public engineering. The contract is valued at $30,042.50, and interested firms may submit written notice to the Contracting Officer, David A. Kaplan, at david.a.kaplan@usace.army.mil within 10 days of this notice. For further inquiries, Quan Nguyen can be contacted at Quan.Nguyen@usace.army.mil.

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    A02.14 SSJ Under SAT CEATI Membership - 2024.docx
    The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), through the Humphreys Engineer Center Support Activity (HECSA), is seeking to renew its annual membership with the Centre for Energy Advancement through Technological Innovation (CEATI) International Inc. This firm-fixed price purchase order, valued at $30,042.50, supports membership in various disciplinary groups vital for USACE’s operations related to dam safety, hydropower, and equipment control. The membership facilitates information exchange, educational opportunities, and collaboration in technical projects, maintaining USACE’s position as a leading public engineering organization. The authority for this sole-source procurement is based on established long-term relationships with CEATI, ensuring the exclusive benefits provided cannot be matched by other organizations. Previous contracts indicate a history of successful engagement with CEATI, and the price for this action has been determined to be fair and reasonable relative to past purchases. The contracting officer certifies the justification's accuracy, and approval for this procurement is contingent upon available funds.
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