Intent to Sole Source - University of Valencia, Spain
ID: 34300025Q0035Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION, UNITED STATES (DUNS # 02-1877998)INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSIONINTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION, UNITED STATESWASHINGTON, DC, 20436, USA

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Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/cf71815493bc465bac1e7868b304b3c2/view
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    The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) intends to award a Purchase Order on a sole source basis to the University of Valencia, Spain, for technical expert consultant services related to a unique database developed with Professor Jordi Paniagua. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1, indicating that only one responsible source can fulfill the agency's requirements. The services are critical for the USITC's ongoing research and analysis efforts, leveraging specialized knowledge that is not readily available from other sources. Interested parties may submit information to Alisha Hunt, the Contracting Officer, at Alisha.Hunt@usitc.gov within five days of this notice, although a solicitation will not be issued, and telephonic inquiries are discouraged.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sumit Rana
    sumit.rana@usitc.gov
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