X -- Naturalization Ceremonies

This is a notice of intent to award on a sole-source basis for the commercial items in accordance with FAR Part 12 procedures, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only notice; a written solicitation will not be issued. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), citizenship & Immigration Service (CIS) intends to contract with Tampa Convention Center, 333 South Franklin Street Tampa, FL 33602 for 9 dates of convention center use throughout fiscal year 2008. An acceptable facility shall accommodate approximately 2,000 people and in addition to the rental of the hall itself, shall include lobby space, chairs & tables, easels, stanchions, ropes, USA & Florida flags, stage lights, lectern & microphone, drapes, traffic officer, security guards, stagehand/sound operator, electricity, custodial services, handicapped access, and located within The city of Tampa. Dates of service required are approximately one per month for firm, fixed rate for a period of one year. Service will be provided to: USCIS, Tampa District Office Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship & Immigration Services 7880 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, Fl 33138. This contract is for services which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate only with Tampa Convention Center under the authority 41 U.S.C. 253 (c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1 unless additional sources are located. This notice is being solicited on a sole-source basis unless alternate sources are located.