J065--Duplo Service Maintenance Agreement

This is a notice of intent to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to Duplo U.S.A. Corporation. In accordance with FAR 13.106-1, the Government anticipates entering into a sole source procurement negotiation with Duplo U.S.A. Corporation that seeks a solution to provide maintenance and support Services for the installation of the Duplo products within the VASNHCS Hospital. The total estimated value of this contract is not to exceed $49,046.00 for a one-year base and four one-year options. The above authority is cited, and justification is made based on the determination that the Government's minimum needs can best be satisfied by services available from one source. This announcement is for services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 13.106-1(b).