Sign Language Interpreting Services Extension
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSENATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (NGA)

NAICS

Translation and Interpretation Services (541930)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING (R608)

Set Aside

SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Sole Source (FAR 19.15) (WOSBSS)

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https://sam.gov/opp/3ddf8f6a3fc049589f087abd35cf4bef/view
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    Description

    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) is seeking to extend its existing contract for Sign Language Interpreting Services (SLIS) with MAF through a sole source modification. This extension is necessary to continue providing essential support for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) employees, ensuring that there are no gaps in mission-critical operations during the transition to a follow-on contract. The extension will cover a total of 7 months, consisting of a 3-month base period and two optional 2-month extensions, with the current contractor being uniquely qualified due to their skills, experience, and necessary security clearances. Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements must submit written notifications to the Contract Specialist, Collin Larson, at Collin.M.Larson@nga.mil by 10:00 AM EST on January 6, 2025.

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    Collin Larson
    (571) 557-1430
    Collin.M.Larson@nga.mil
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