INTENT TO AWARD TO A SINGLE SOURCE - Kelley Create
ID: 24-285Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONUS

NAICS

Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (334118)

PSC

PRINTING, DUPLICATING, AND BOOKBINDING EQUIPMENT (3610)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/960c498c951d4b989174d1ecbe453fdf/view
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    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) intends to award a sole source contract to Kelley Connect (DBA Kelley Create) for the replacement and maintenance of copier machines at its offices in Juneau and Anchorage, Alaska. The procurement involves replacing seven outdated Xerox copiers and establishing a service maintenance agreement for all Xerox machines, ensuring operational efficiency and familiarity across the agency's offices. This contract is critical as it addresses the agency's need for reliable local support, with projected costs of $50,000-$60,000 for the first year and $10,000 for each subsequent option year. Interested parties may submit documentation to Heather Mahle at heather.mahle@noaa.gov within 15 days of this notice, although no competitive proposals will be solicited.

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    Heather Mahle
    232371750
    heather.mahle@noaa.gov
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    JOFOC 24 285.pdf
    The document outlines a Single Source Determination for the acquisition of copier services by the Department of Commerce’s NOAA Fisheries in Alaska. The agency seeks to replace seven outdated copier machines and establish a service maintenance agreement, with projected costs of $50,000-$60,000 for the first year and $10,000 for each subsequent option year. Kelley Connect is identified as the sole vendor capable of servicing both the Juneau headquarters and the Anchorage field office, particularly due to the unsatisfactory service from the current provider, Xerox. Market research confirmed that Kelley Connect is the only local vendor that can meet the agency's needs for reliable and responsive servicing. The document includes certifications from agency officials affirming the necessity of this procurement and the accuracy of the information provided. The determination grants a simplified acquisition process, emphasizing the importance of local support in ensuring day-to-day operational efficiency.
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