1005--Police Weapons with Government Specifications
ID: 36C24124Q0923Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

PSC

GUNS, THROUGH 30MM (1005)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ec6509677ad14567b45f089bf88faf19/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole-source contract for Police Weapons that meet specific government specifications for the VISN 1 New England region. This procurement is governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines, specifically FAR 13.106-1(b), which allows for soliciting from a single source when competition may not be feasible. The selected weapons will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of law enforcement operations within the Veterans Affairs network. Interested parties may contact Contracting Officer Tara Dossiema at Tara.Dossiema@va.gov for inquiries, with a response deadline set for September 19, 2024, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time.

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    Tara DossiemaContracting Officer
    603-624-4366 x5129
    Tara.Dossiema@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Special Notice regarding its intention to award a sole-source contract for Police Weapons that meet specific government specifications for the VISN 1 New England region. The relevant solicitation number is 36C24124Q0923, with a response deadline set for September 19, 2024, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time. This action falls under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines, specifically FAR 13.106-1(b), allowing for soliciting from a single source where competition may not be feasible. The applicable NAICS code is 332994, designating the industry for firearms manufacturing. Interested parties may reach out to Contracting Officer Tara Dossiema via email for inquiries concerning this procurement. Ultimately, the decision to conduct a competitive procurement will rest with the Contracting Officer, highlighting the discretionary nature of this notice.
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