Exhibit Booth Space
ID: FA301024Q0034Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3010 81 CONS CCKEESLER AFB, MS, 39534-2701, USA

NAICS

Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses) (531120)

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF CONFERENCE SPACE AND FACILITIES (X1AB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3f66b284a0924e18bd4f453ffe5f2643/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, intends to award a sole source contract for exhibit booth space at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) 2024, scheduled for December 2-6, 2024, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The procurement aims to secure a 20' by 20' exhibit booth to showcase two AF Technical Training Transformation projects, thereby enhancing visibility and promoting research and training opportunities within the defense community. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to engage with other Major Commands and General Officers, ensuring alignment with the commander's communication objectives. Interested vendors may submit capability statements or quotes by 10:00 AM CST on September 10, 2024, to Markos Mendoza at markos.mendoza@us.af.mil, with the understanding that the contract will be awarded non-competitively to the National Defense Industrial Association.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Markos Mendoza
    (228) 377-1806
    markos.mendoza@us.af.mil
    Priscilla Brown
    (228) 377-1827
    (228) 377-2076
    priscilla.brown.5@us.af.mil
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    Attachment 1 - Exhibit Booth Statement of Work (SOW).pdf
    The document outlines a requirement for a 20' by 20' (400 sq ft) exhibit booth space intended for the presentation of two AF Technical Training Transformation projects at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) 2024. This event is scheduled to take place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL from December 2 to December 6, 2024. The specific booth number has not yet been determined; however, it will be configured to create the desired 20x20 footprint. This request is structured within the framework of government solicitations for proposals (RFPs), highlighting the importance of visibility for federal initiatives at industry conferences to facilitate training and educational advancements. The document is succinct, providing essential information necessary for vendors interested in participating in this opportunity.
    Attachment 2 - Sole Source Justification_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a sole source justification for procuring exhibit booth space at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) 2024, organized by the 81st Contracting Squadron. The primary purpose is to promote the 2 AF Technical Training Transformation (T3) and initiate research and training opportunities, as part of the commander's communication strategy to involve other Major Commands and General Officers. The justification reveals that the National Defense Industrial Association is the only vendor able to provide the necessary booth space for this specific event, after confirming the absence of alternative sources through market research on SAM.gov. Efforts will be made by 2AF/A4 and the 81st Contracting Squadron to monitor potential competitive vendors for future needs. The contracting officer, Priscilla Brown, GS-13, certifies that circumstances warrant a sole source acquisition under FAR regulations. This justification reflects the federal government's adherence to procurement regulations while ensuring strategic visibility for critical training initiatives.
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