Matchmaking Software Upgrades

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), intends to negotiate, on a sole source basis, under authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), with Tradeshow Multi-Media, Inc. (TMI). Cleveland, OH for upgrades/modifications to an existing Matchmaking software module that was created for the Department of Commerce. A sole source determination is based on the following: TMI is currently performing services in option year 1 of a base and year 3 year option contract in which this software module was created. The Matchmaking software solution is proprietary and still in-process therefore any upgrades or modification will have to be provided by TMI. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 541511, and the size standard is $23.0. No solicitation package will be issued. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, the Government will consider responses received by September 6, 2013, 12:00 p.m. EST. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed acquisition 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.