R--Expert Witness

In accordance with FAR 6.302-1 (a)(2)(iii), the New Orleans District intends to sole source for Expert Witness services for contract W912P8-07-C-0102. This scope of work contemplates that the following specific services may be required, but are not limited to: a. Independent evaluation of asserted claims and possible defenses thereto; b. assistance with preparation of discovery; c. assistance with case preparation; d. preparation of a written expert report; e. case presentation support; f. providing deposition testimony in support of expert opinion; g. attendance at deposition of opposing expert witness(es); h. attend hearing and provide testimony; i. post-hearing briefing. Generally, this contract will require the contractor to provide the government with expert support, analysis, consultation, advice and testimony regarding the claim(s) asserted by the appellant, and the government's defenses thereto, in the following construction contract litigation matter now pending before the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA). The Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations. However, interested parties may submit their capabilities and qualifications for future procurements in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 1000 hrs CST on 30 November 2011. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not companies are qualified for future similar procurements. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely with the discretion of the Government. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. No RFQ will be issued based upon this Notice of Intent. Interest parties may submit any information for consideration by the Government to [email protected] with solicitation number referenced in the subject line.