Great Minds in STEM (GMiS) Conference
ID: N6426724Q5075Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTERCORONA, CA, 92878-5000, USA

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF CONFERENCE SPACE AND FACILITIES (X1AB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bd5799e320854244ac8c34593dee078a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, Naval Surface Warfare Center seeks to award a sole-source firm fixed-price contract without full and open competition for the Great Minds in STEM (GMiS) Conference.

    The Naval Surface Warfare Center Corona Division is interested in engaging a capable organization, specifically Great Minds In Stem, to manage and execute a conference. This is an all-or-nothing requirement for the rental of conference space and facilities and the government intends to award a single purchase order for the selected offer.

    The scope of work involves leasing conference space and managing logistical support for the event. The successful awardee will be responsible for providing the necessary facilities and services for the conference, ensuring compliance with all applicable provisions and clauses outlined in the solicitation document.

    To be eligible, applicants must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and meet the criteria for the NAICS Code 561920: Convention and Trade Show Organizers.

    The contract value is estimated between $100,000 and $250,000, and the deadline for submitting capability statements or quotes is specified in the opportunity posting. Responses should be submitted electronically in PDF or MS Word format to the email address also provided in the posting.

    The selection criteria will be based on the offeror's capability to meet the requirements and the terms outlined in the solicitation. The most advantageous offer will be chosen based on factors such as compliance with requirements, price, and past performance.

    For clarification or further information, interested parties can contact Christopher J. Mokbel at christopher.j.mokbel.civ@us.navy.mil. Offerors are responsible for monitoring the website for any amendments issued regarding this procurement.

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    Christopher J. Mokbel
    christopher.j.mokbel.civ@us.navy.mil
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