Cable Services
ID: D-25-OS-0047Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFDRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATIONHEADQUATERSSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22152, USA

NAICS

All Other Telecommunications (517810)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK AS A SERVICE (DG10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a34697b9b3424fc7b876650013d5efa4/view
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    Description

    The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is seeking to negotiate a sole source contract for cable services with COXCOM, LLC, located in Atlanta, GA. This procurement is based on the unique capabilities offered by COXCOM that align with the DEA's specific needs for telecommunications services. The acquisition will follow the Simplified Acquisition Procedures outlined in FAR Part 13, with a firm-fixed price purchase order anticipated. Interested vendors who believe they can meet the requirements are invited to submit a capability statement by August 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, to Robert A. Jones at robert.a.jonesjr@dea.gov. The NAICS code for this opportunity is 517810, with a business size standard of $40 million.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert A Jones
    (571) 776-1215
    robert.a.jonesjr@dea.gov
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    A28 - SAM Sole Source Special Notice (D-25-OS-0047).pdf
    The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) plans to negotiate a sole source acquisition of cable services from COXCOM, LLC, located in Atlanta, GA. This decision is based on the specific capabilities that the provider offers to meet the agency's needs. Under FAR regulations, vendors who believe they can fulfill these requirements are invited to submit a capability statement by August 13, 2025. The DEA will award a firm-fixed price purchase order but retains discretion over competitive considerations. The acquisition will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures as outlined in FAR Part 13, with a NAICS Code of 517810 and a business size standard of $40 million. The notice emphasizes that this is not a request for competitive quotation, and submissions should be sent electronically to the listed government contact.
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