Corporate Council for Africa - Gold Package Membership
ID: SS-ADF-24-115Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF THE FISCAL SERVICE

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TUITION/REGISTRATION/MEMBERSHIP FEES (U005)

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https://sam.gov/opp/084dd28ef32e40cbae884dcb300a70f7/view
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    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Bureau of the Fiscal Service, intends to award a sole source contract for a one-year Gold Package membership to the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA). This procurement is made under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), indicating that no competitive solicitation will be issued, and the membership is crucial for enhancing U.S.-Africa business relations. Interested contractors must submit written responses by 10:00 AM EST on September 20, 2024, including a capabilities statement, company identification, and a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number, to purchasing@fiscal.treasury.gov. For further updates, vendors are encouraged to monitor SAM.gov.

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    Katie McCarthy
    katie.mccarthy@fiscal.treasury.gov
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    purchasing@fiscal.treaury.gov
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    SS-ADF-24-115.pdf
    The Bureau of the Fiscal Service, representing the U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF), plans to award a sole source contract to the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) for a one-year Gold Package membership. This intention falls under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) authority, indicating no competitive solicitation will be issued. Interested contractors have until 10:00 AM EST on September 20, 2024, to submit written responses demonstrating their capability to fulfill the requested services. Responses must include company identification, product availability details, a capabilities statement, and a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number. The announcement specifies that only certain file types are acceptable for submissions, and emphasizes that responses are not considered proposals for contract award. The Government retains discretion regarding the decision to pursue competitive procurement. This notice serves to inform potential vendors of the opportunity while urging them to monitor SAM.gov for further updates on acquisitions.
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