Q--Transitional Housing

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 11, in accordance with FAR 6.302.1 (only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Safe Step Recovery for Transitional Housing Services. NAICS 624229 applies. Contractor shall provide transitional housing to authorized VA beneficiaries who are experiencing Substance Use Disorders & homelessness/housing instability for the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare Systems, Physichiatry Service, 2215 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, for the period from date of award through September 30, 2007, with Two (2) one year option periods. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. It is not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available. A determination not to compete is solely within the discretion of the Government. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses must be received no later than 3:30 pm on March 23rd, 2007. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. Responses must be mailed to VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Attn; Kristina L. Gandy (54C), 2215 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.