Intent to Sole Source - Crating

The U.S. Department of State, Office of Acquisition Management (AQM) intends to award a firm-fixed price purchase order to Atelier 4, Inc. for the acquisition of custom crating, consolidation, transportation, and climate-controlled storage. The proposed purchase order is for services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b). This specific product was chosen for their ability to provide safe and secure international transport of fine art and no other product will meet the unique services and schedule which has been established by OBO for use at US Embassies and consulates.  However, anyone wishing to have their services considered for current or future use may contact OBO/OPS/ART at Art@state.gov to present their product.  Interested parties must demonstrate past performance of providing similar supplies or services and must include appropriate related information. Vendors must have active registration in SAM.  Expressions of interest must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. EST on 08/27/2021.