Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: D-24-HRD-0001Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFDRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: ADVERTISING (R701)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/93584b38ea394c44b8b4712b27b2f8db/view
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    The Department of Justice, specifically the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), intends to award a sole source contract to RVet Operating, LLC (RecruitMilitary) for recruitment, job fair, and employment advertising services aimed at enhancing veteran hiring. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1, as RecruitMilitary is uniquely positioned to meet the DEA's specific recruitment needs for veterans and transitioning service members, leveraging their extensive experience in organizing national career fair events and maintaining a comprehensive database of veteran candidates. The contract is set to commence on September 25, 2024, and will run until September 24, 2025, with options for two additional years, and interested vendors may submit proposals, although the DEA retains discretion regarding competitive procurement. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Teresa Roshau-Delgado at teresa.a.roshaudelgado@dea.gov.

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    Teresa Roshau-Delgado
    teresa.a.roshaudelgado@dea.gov
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    The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) intends to award a sole source contract to RVet Operating, LLC (RecruitMilitary) for recruitment, job fair, and employment advertising services aimed at improving veteran hiring. This decision is justified under FAR 6.302-1, indicating that only RecruitMilitary possesses the necessary capabilities to fulfill the DEA's specific recruitment needs for veterans and transitioning service members. The contract period spans from September 25, 2024, to September 24, 2025, with an option for two additional years. Market research conducted revealed that RecruitMilitary is unmatched in providing comprehensive national career fair events and a robust database of veteran candidates. This procurement process emphasizes the DEA’s objective to effectively recruit qualified veterans while adhering to regulations that allow for limited competition in specific circumstances. The DEA notifies that interested vendors may submit proposals, but the government has the discretion not to conduct a competitive procurement. The notice highlights that the decision-making process remains independent of vendor feedback and ensures administrative compliance concerning fair pricing and thorough market assessment.
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