Notice of Intent to Sole Source to the Strathmore Hall Foundation
ID: USU_NoticeofIntent_Strathmore2025Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES (USUHS)USUHSBETHESDA, MD, 20814-4712, USA

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Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (711310)

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF CONFERENCE SPACE AND FACILITIES (X1AB)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7a8aead4c058487dabf73a8c0b0c0ef5/view
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    The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), part of the Department of Defense, intends to negotiate a sole source contract with The Strathmore Hall Foundation, Inc. for event space to host the National Capital Consortium's 2025 graduation rehearsal and ceremony. The USUHS requires a venue that meets specific criteria, including proximity to its campus, adequate capacity, availability, and sufficient parking, which The Strathmore Hall Foundation uniquely fulfills. This procurement is critical for facilitating the graduation events of health professionals dedicated to service in the military and public health sectors. Interested parties may submit proposals demonstrating their capability to meet these requirements by 3:00 PM (EST) on January 2, 2025, via email to Jennifer Wilsanck at jennifer.wilsnack@usuhs.edu.

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    jennifer.wilsnack@usuhs.edu
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