Automated Fee Machine (AFM) Support
ID: W912ES25PA006Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW07V ENDIST ST PAULSAINT PAUL, MN, 55101-1323, USA

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Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

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IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER AS A SERVICE (DC10)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, intends to solicit and award a sole source contract for Automated Fee Machine (AFM) support services. The procurement aims to secure licensing fees for the VenTek Automated Fee Machines, which are essential for managing boat ramp and campground operations. The selected contractor, Caracal Enterprises LLC dba VenTek International, is expected to provide support and service management software tailored to the Government's specific needs, with a contract structure comprising a base year and four one-year option periods. Interested parties must submit their capability statements and contact information via email to Theodore Hecht by 2:00 PM Central Time on March 4, 2025, to be considered for this opportunity.

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