Notice of Intent to Sole Source under SAT
ID: 19AQMM24N0070Type: Special Notice
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS

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Engineering Services (541330)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)
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    Description

    The Department of State intends to award a sole source purchase order to AUTOLOGIC LLC for the upgrade of hardware and software associated with the Process Integration system currently maintained by the company. This procurement is essential for enhancing the operational capabilities of the existing system, ensuring it remains effective and up-to-date. The estimated value of this contract is $245,000, with an anticipated award date of September 30, 2024, and a performance period of six months. Interested parties may submit a capability statement by the notice closing date and can request a copy of the solicitation by contacting Sarah Duncan at duncans1@state.gov or Nichole Gross at GrossNS@state.gov.

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    Sarah Duncan
    duncans1@state.gov
    Nichole Gross
    GrossNS@state.gov
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