INVESTIGATION SERVICES AND TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE IN ALASKA
ID: EB25Q0008Type: Special Notice
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

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Engineering Services (541330)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)
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    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) intends to award a single-source, firm fixed-price contract for investigation services and technical equipment maintenance in Alaska to Waterford Consultants LLC. The contractor will provide ongoing investigative services through the Enforcement Bureau, which are critical for maintaining regulatory compliance and oversight in the telecommunications sector. This contract is expected to be awarded under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), with an anticipated award date of January 1, 2025. Interested parties must submit their capability documentation to Teresa Dailey at teresa.dailey@fcc.gov by the specified response date, ensuring they have active registrations with SAM.gov and IPP.gov.

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    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has initiated a contract specifically for Waterford Consultants LLC to conduct investigation services related to violations of communication regulations in and around Anchorage, Alaska. The contract's uniqueness is justified by the company's expertise, including necessary knowledge of local geography and extensive experience in communications law enforcement. The FCC has determined that only a single source, Waterford Consultants, can fulfill the requirements of this contract under the terms set by FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).
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