Intent to Sole Source for ViaLab Software

This is a NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT using the simplified acquisition procedures of FAR Part 13 to procure ViaLab Mobile Application Security Testing Software Suite in support of the Federal Trade Commission. The Govt intends to award a sole source contract for the above products and services to the firm of ViaForensics 1000 LAKE ST STE 203, Oak Park, IL, 60301-1099. The Proposed contract action is for services for which the Government intends to solicit only one source. Under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy the agency requirements. DURATION: This requirement will be for the purchase of the software and one-year maintenance. All quotations received within 5 days after date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed purchase order/contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. For specific questions, please contact Mr. Matthew Simmers, Contract Specialist (Contractor Support - Octo Consulting), [email protected] or phone (202) 326-2431 or Ms. Crystal Thompson, Contracting Officer, [email protected] or (202) 326-2691. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement not later than 3pm 21 March 2014 (EST).