70 -- Passport Readers

In accordance with FAR Part 6.301-2, the Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection intends to procure on a sole-source basis from Rochford Thompson, Hambridge Lane,GB-Berkshire RG14 5TN Newbury, United Kingdom, 18 each model RTE 6701 passport readers. This model passport reader has been designated as the standard by the CBP Office of Information Technology. CBP intends to award within 10 days of the date of this notice. This is not a request for quotes; however, sources that feel that they also are capable of fulfilling these requirements may submit descriptive literature, fully documenting their capabilities within 7 days of publication of this notice. This information may also be considered for future procurements. A determination to compete this procurement based on response(s) to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. All responses or questions regarding this posting must be in writing and may be sent via email to [email protected] or faxed to her attention at 317-298-1344. No phone calls will be accepted. If no other responses are received, award will be made on 9/16/2006. The award will be made in accordance with FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.