Short Term Lodging and Conference Support Services
ID: HQ0034-25-SS-0422Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0ca7fc93f546431baaeb4c3cb2c0f38b/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), intends to award a firm fixed price contract on a sole-source basis to Marriott Hotel Services, Inc. for Short Term Lodging and Conference Support Services for a one-day event on May 3, 2025. The contract will provide essential facilities including breakout rooms, audiovisual equipment, hardwired internet, and light refreshments for briefings aimed at families of missing service members from various conflicts, highlighting the government's recovery efforts. This procurement is significant as it supports the Department of Defense's mission to communicate with and assist families during sensitive times. Interested parties may submit a capability statement by April 24, 2025, to the primary contact, Waun A. Priest, at waun.a.priest.civ@mail.mil, or the secondary contact, Jeanelle Joseph, at jeanelle.joseph.civ@mail.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Waun A. Priest
    (703) 945-5278
    waun.a.priest.civ@mail.mil
    JEANELLE JOSEPH
    jeanelle.joseph.civ@mail.mil
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    A20 Intent to Sole Source.pdf
    The Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) intends to award a firm fixed price contract on a sole-source basis to Marriott Hotel Services, Inc. for Short Term Lodging and Conference Room Support Services for a one-day event on May 3, 2025. This contract aims to facilitate briefings for families of missing service members from various wars regarding the government's recovery efforts. The requirements include breakout rooms, audiovisual support, hardwired internet, and light refreshments, with the venue located within five miles of Bellevue, WA. The primary NAICS code is 721110, associated with hotels and motels. While not a request for competitive quotations, interested parties can submit a capability statement by April 24, 2025. The government's decision on whether to pursue a competitive procurement will be based on these responses, indicating their discretion on contracting matters.
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