Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award - USFS Police Dispatch Services
ID: 1240BD25P0009Type: Special Notice
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA NORTHWEST 2Portland, OR, 972042829, USA

NAICS

Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities (922190)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: COMMUNICATIONS (R426)

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https://sam.gov/opp/115238f1c76f4dd681a403cdc4427e8e/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, intends to award a sole source contract for Police Dispatch Services in Olympia, Washington. This procurement aims to secure specialized communication support services that are critical for maintaining public safety and order within forest service jurisdictions. The services are essential for effective law enforcement operations and emergency response coordination in forested areas. Interested parties can reach out to Mindy Hickman at mindy.hickman@usda.gov for further details regarding this opportunity.

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    mindy.hickman@usda.gov
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