Annual Maintenance and Support (Hardware, Software, & Licenses)
ID: D-25-ST-0064Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFDRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATIONHEADQUATERSSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22152, USA

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - SECURITY AND COMPLIANCE PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7J20)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2ecaee2995e74b71b9d4cc27938e04fd/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), is planning a sole source procurement for annual maintenance and support of hardware, software, and licenses from Pen-Link Limited. This procurement is essential for ensuring the continued functionality and compliance of the DEA's communication equipment, which falls under the NAICS code 334290. Interested vendors are invited to submit capability statements by January 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, although the DEA retains discretion over whether to seek additional competition. Submissions should be directed electronically to Robert A. Jones at robert.a.jonesjr@usdoj.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert A Jones
    (571) 776-1215
    robert.a.jonesjr@usdoj.gov
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    A28 - SAM Special Notice Posting (D-25-ST-0064).pdf
    The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is planning a sole source procurement with Pen-Link Limited for the annual maintenance and support of associated hardware, software, and licenses. Interested vendors are invited to submit capability statements that may be reviewed by the DEA, although the decision to solicit additional competition is at the agency's discretion. The acquisition will follow FAR Part 13 "Simplified Acquisition Procedures," with a firm fixed-price (FFP) purchase order anticipated. The related NAICS code is 334290, and responses must be submitted electronically to the provided email by January 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST. It is emphasized that this notice is not a request for competitive quotations, and a Request for Quotation (RFQ) will not be issued. The attached justification provides further context for the acquisition strategy.
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