Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award - USFS Police Dispatch Services

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service has issued a Special Notice of Intent to sole source a contract for 911 local law enforcement dispatch services and radio communications for the Willamette National Forest Law Enforcement Division. The notice is being published under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, which allows for a sole source procurement when only one responsible source can satisfy agency requirements. The specific contract will cover critical law enforcement support services that require immediate access to databases to protect public safety and ensure the safety of Forest Service law enforcement personnel. The notice is classified under NAICS code 922190 for Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities. The procurement is being managed by Mindy Hickman from the USDA Forest Service Procurement and Property Services division.

Contractors interested in this opportunity should be aware that this is a notice of intent, not a request for proposal, and no solicitation will be issued. The government is seeking a vendor capable of providing comprehensive dispatch services, including warrants checks, driver registration verification, suspect identification, and emergency resource coordination. Potential contractors have until January 23, 2025, to submit any questions or seek clarification directly to Mindy Hickman via email at mindy.hickman@usda.gov. While this is a sole source procurement, the notice invites interested parties to submit responses demonstrating how competition might benefit the government. The contract will be awarded using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and the geographical scope encompasses the USDA Forest Service's Pacific Northwest Region. Eligible vendors should have the capability to provide professional communication support services and meet the specialized requirements of law enforcement dispatch operations.