Intent to Sole Source

The Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters Division issued an intent to sole-source procurement for replacement seating components at FBI Academy Quantico, with responses due by 11:00 AM ET on September 22, 2026. The FBI proposes to award a sole-source contract to KI (Krueger International) for replacement seating components for 800 fixed seats in the B5 classrooms, including all labor, parts, delivery, installation, and associated costs. The justification rests on system compatibility and proprietary design constraints—only KI manufactures seating components compatible with existing fixed KI bases. Market research confirmed that alternative manufacturers, including Sedia Systems, cannot provide compatible components; using non-KI replacements would require complete seating system replacement, exceeding budget constraints and disrupting ongoing training operations. The procurement is authorized under 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR Subpart 6.103-1. Responses must demonstrate clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. The Government will not pay for submitted information, and a determination not to compete is solely within Government discretion. Submit responses or inquiries to Contracting Officer Jamie Compton at jlmelzer@fbi.gov.