Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: 832572495Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)IT CONTRACTING DIVISION - PL83SCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5406, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

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https://sam.gov/opp/cbf4c31ba021450087871bbd951b931c/view
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    Description

    The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Economic Research Institute (ERI), Inc. for the renewal of its Salary Assessor software, which is critical for accessing reliable salary data necessary for evaluating contractor cost proposals. This software is uniquely provided by ERI, the sole authorized vendor, justifying the sole-source action under 10 USC 2304 (c)(1), as no other alternatives meet DISA's specific requirements. The anticipated firm fixed-price contract, numbered HC1028-24-P0054, is set for the period from August 31, 2024, to August 30, 2025, and interested companies must submit their capability statements within 10 days, although this will not lead to a competitive bidding process. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Jacob Brauer at jacob.m.brauer.civ@mail.mil or Danielle M. Schwend at danielle.m.schwend.civ@mail.mil.

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    Jacob Brauer
    jacob.m.brauer.civ@mail.mil
    Danielle M. Schwend
    danielle.m.schwend.civ@mail.mil
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    832572495 - Sole_Source_Notice_of_Intent.pdf
    The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Economic Research Institute (ERI), Inc. for the renewal of its Salary Assessor software. This software is essential for DISA to access reliable and consistent salary data, which is necessary for reviewing cost proposals from contractors. ERI is the sole authorized provider, and there are no other resellers or alternatives that meet DISA’s requirements, justifying this sole-source action under 10 USC 2304 (c)(1). Companies interested in the opportunity must submit their capability statement within 10 days, although submissions will not lead to a competitive bid. The anticipated contract, numbered HC1028-24-P0054, is a firm fixed price agreement set for the period from August 31, 2024, to August 30, 2025, with ERI being identified as a small business. Points of contact for this notice include Jacob Brauer and Danielle Schwend. This notice underscores DISA's reliance on ERI's unique services in the realm of salary data management.
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