Sources Sought Notice Customer Care Agreement Extension for Audio-Visual System installed in Ike Hall Café at the United States Military Academy
ID: W16W710012271741Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-WEST POINTWEST POINT, NY, 10996-1514, USA

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310)

PSC

INTERCOMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5830)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/52a1cef60e8947a38b64d6ac63749470/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army, is seeking small businesses to express interest in an extended Customer Care Agreement for the Audio-Visual System installed at Ike Hall Café, United States Military Academy, West Point, NY. The procurement aims to ensure ongoing technical support and maintenance services for the audio-visual equipment, with a performance period anticipated from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the functionality of the audio-visual systems used in the café, which supports various events and activities at the academy. Interested firms must respond with their qualifications, experience, and capability to meet the requirements by contacting Dennis Cook at dennis.j.cook8.civ@army.mil, as the government will consider setting aside the contract for small businesses based on the responses received.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dennis Cook
    dennis.j.cook8.civ@army.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Sources Sought Notice - (MICC June 21) Customer Care Agreement.docx
    The U.S. Government issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify small businesses interested in an extended Customer Care Agreement for the Audio-Visual System installed at Ike Hall Café, United States Military Academy, West Point, NY. The government seeks to set aside this procurement for small businesses, contingent upon receiving adequate responses from at least two qualified firms across various socioeconomic categories, including 8(a), SDVOSB, and WOSB. The notice emphasizes that it is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation. Interested parties should provide firm details, express interest in competing for the contract, share relevant experience, and assist in determining market availability and pricing. The projected performance period is from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026, with services to include technical support and maintenance through a certified facility. Firms are encouraged to suggest measures to enhance competition and address any restrictive practices impacting this acquisition. Overall, the document outlines the government's intention to promote competition among small businesses while ensuring quality service provision for the audio-visual equipment at the academy.
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