Intent to Sole Source- Technical Security Equipment
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONBORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS (5810)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e9574026dd5d43e4bcde2e0acbede203/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, intends to issue a sole source purchase order for Technical Detection Equipment from Research Electronics International, LLC, based in Cookeville, TN. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1, indicating that only one responsible source can meet the agency's requirements for this specialized equipment. The Technical Detection Equipment is crucial for enhancing security measures and operational effectiveness in border enforcement activities. Interested parties who wish to submit their capabilities must do so via email to Shana Schreiner at shana.l.schreiner@cbp.dhs.gov by 5:00 P.M. EST on September 15, 2024, as no solicitation will be made available.

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    Shana Schreiner
    shana.l.schreiner@cbp.dhs.gov
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