Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Exhibit Build at Annual SENA Expo
ID: 143011250097Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAASEATTLE, WA, 98115, USA

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: OTHER (R699)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6d23319bf8e44a8bb74f8af211aa50a0/view
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    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) intends to award a sole source contract to Freeman Decorating Co. for the design and setup of the NOAA Fisheries booth at the 2025 Seafood Expo North America (SENA) in Boston, Massachusetts. This procurement is essential for ensuring compliance with security regulations, as Freeman Decorating is the only approved vendor capable of providing the required services due to the expo's specific vendor access restrictions. The contract is critical for the NOAA Seafood Inspection Program, which supports clients with inspections and trade procedures, highlighting the expo's significance in the seafood industry. Interested parties must submit capability statements by 12:00 PM Eastern Time on March 17, 2024, via email to Hannah Elwell at hannah.elwell@noaa.gov, ensuring that all submissions adhere to the specified guidelines.

    Point(s) of Contact
    ELWELL, HANNAH R.
    HANNAH.ELWELL@NOAA.GOV
    CASWELL, SANDRA
    SANDRA.CASWELL@NOAA.GOV
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    The document outlines a Single Source Determination for acquiring services to design and furnish the NOAA Fisheries booth at the 2025 Seafood Expo North America. The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Marine Fisheries Service, has called for this acquisition, noting the expo's importance to the NOAA Seafood Inspection Program, which assists clients with inspections and trade procedures. Freeman Decorating Co. is the only approved vendor for the event due to security regulations, as only pre-approved vendors can access the facility. This determination is supported by market research verifying no other vendors meet the requirements outlined by the Expo. The Contracting Officer and the Technical Representative certify that this decision is accurate and fulfills the government’s minimum needs. The request underscores the significance of adhering to established vendor approvals to ensure compliance and successful participation in the expo, marking its critical role in the seafood industry.
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