The Vermont Air National Guard (VTANG) intends to award a Sole Source, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to Huskies Kapital LLC, 1 King St. Burlington, Vermont 05401 for Advertising and Marketing during Vermont Lake Monsters home game season at Centennial Field, Burlington Vermont. This requirement is reoccurring at Vermont Air National Guard (VTANG) and therefore will awarded as a base plus three (3) option years. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) number is 711310, Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities and the business size standard is $40 million. This single source acquisition will utilize procedures in accordance with FAR Parts 12 and 13. The authority for soliciting a single source under simplified acquisition procedures is FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) Contracting officers may solicit from one source if the contracting officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand-name or industrial mobilization). Market research indicates The Vermont Lake Monsters advertising potential (provided by Huskies Kapital LLC) stand unmatched in Vermont’s sports landscape due to their unique blend of community integration, dedicated fan base, and deep-rooted local identity. Their unparalleled reach and impact stem from: Exclusive Audience: A loyal, established fan base unique to the Lake Monsters, built over years of engagement. Brand Loyalty: Deep connections fostered through shared community values and history, not replicable by newcomers. Community Impact: A proven track record of meaningful community initiatives, deeply intertwined with their identity. Legacy and Emotion: A storied presence that resonates on a personal level with Vermonters, enriching the local cultural fabric. Economic Integration: Contributions to local economy and support for small businesses, tailored by years of local involvement. No other entity can replicate the comprehensive service and emotional impact the Lake Monsters provide, making them the sole viable contractor for leveraging Vermont’s sports entertainment and community engagement opportunities. This is a notice of the intent to award a sole source contract. It is published for informational purposes only and not as a request for competitive quotations. Therefore, no solicitation document exists for this requirement. No responses to the notice of intent to sole source are anticipated, however, all quotations/responses received within five (5) days of the issuance of this notice will be considered by the government. A determination by the government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Questions or comments to this Notice of Intent should be directed to
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