ACQ-25-0588- Notice of Intent to SS.pdf

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE

Notice Number/Title: USPTO- ACQ-25-0588- BPA: Westin Lodging

NAICS: 721110

PSC: V231

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) intends to award a sole source, firm fixed price contract to The Westin Alexandria Old Town 400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA 22314. The Period of Performance is February 1, 2025 – January 31, 2029, with an estimated value of NTE $790,000. The anticipated award date is January 30, 2025.

The purpose of this requirement is to secure lodging facilities for educators traveling on federal invitational travel to the USPTO-HQ in Alexandria, VA. Lodging facilities are integral to supporting the delivery of the National Summer Teacher Institute (NSTI) program for teachers traveling from across the nation during this week-long training program. All work must conform with applicable federal government regulations and policies, as well as other agency supplemental regulations and policies as appropriate. The contractor shall provide the personnel, resources, and facilities, as appropriate, to provide efficient and cost-effective procurement of lodging services

In accordance with FAR 13.501, restricting competition may be justified when “only one source is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized.”

In accordance with 10 U.S.C. § 2304(c)(1) and 41 U.S.C. § 253(c)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, competition may be restricted when “only one responsible source or no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.”

The Westin Alexandria Old Town is the only vendor capable of providing a comprehensive solution. A Sole Source Justification (SSJ) in accordance with FAR 13.501(a)(2).

The Westin Alexandria Old Town's unique qualification for this acquisition is its ability to meet the high level requirements, while being within walking distance that still has availability. It was determined that no other source provided would be able to accommodate the needs of the NSTI program.

THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES OR PROPOSALS; however, any firm that believes it can meet the requirements may give written notification prior to the response due date and time. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to perform the requirements. Responses received will be evaluated; however, a determination by the Government not to compete the proposed procurement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice. If no responses are received, the Government will proceed with the award.

Responses are due by Thursday, December 26, 2024, 1:00 p.m. (EST). Responses shall be submitted via e-mail to Joy.Pitts@uspto.gov and Yen.Nguyen1@uspto.gov. Telephone requests or inquires will not be accepted. Please indicate in the subject of your email: Notice of Intent Question Submission – ACQ-25-0588. Any future notices pertaining to this requirement will be added with an amendment to the original notice.