Special Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award

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THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT AND IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Joint Administrative Operations, Acquisition & Property Operations. USFWS General Services Branch intends to award a firm-fixed price (FFP) sole source task order for a base year (03/01/2025 ¿ 2/28/2026) plus four option years under the authority of FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(A) ¿An urgent and compelling need exists, and following the procedures would result in unacceptable delays¿ to:

Kastle Systems LLC
6402 Arlington BLVD
Falls Church, VA 22042

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 561621, Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths). The object of this task order is to have Kastle Systems LLC provide continued services for all aspects of system operations, monitoring, and maintenance (O&M) of our Physical Access Control System (PACS), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Visual Surveillance System (VSS), duress, temperature and water sensor alarms currently installed and operated by Kastle Systems LLC. The contracted coverage will include, but not limited to, O&M for all system components, licenses, engineering, configuration, alarm management and troubleshooting. USFWS implemented a Kastle Systems Electronic Security System (ESS) solution because it is HSPD-12 compliant and is compatible with the existing USFWS personal identity verification (PIV) credential. Additionally, Kastle Systems LLC provides the base building¿s ESS which enabled USFWS to seamlessly integrate their ESS infrastructure into the base building system. Kastle Systems ESS solution utilizes a proprietary interface that can only be managed, monitored and maintained by Kastle Systems LLC. Kastle Systems, LLC is the originator of the system that has evolved over time. A complete system replacement, including, devices, server, and cabling infrastructure before end of life would be wasteful and expensive. Separating the three systems would cause unnecessary disruption and lengthy timelines without guarantee of success. The existing ESS is considered a primary component of the life safety and security systems at the Headquarters location. There is an ongoing need to maintain the secure nature of our facility, deter crime, and identify threats to the occupants and property within the above-mentioned period of performance required.
This synopsis does not constitute a solicitation; however, if any interested party believes they can meet the above requirement within the necessary time required, it may submit a statement of capabilities. The statement of capabilities must be submitted in writing and must contain clear and convincing evidence that competition of this requirement would be advantageous to the Government. If parties choose to respond, any cost associated with preparation and submission of data or any other cost incurred in response to this announcement are the sole responsibility of the respondent and will not be reimbursed by the Government.
Capability statements shall be submitted by e-mail ONLY as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachment to the following address: Lorenzo_aragon@fws.gov.
NO TELEPHONE REQUESTS/OFFERS WILL BE HONORED

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