70 -- Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source

The U.S. Census Bureau has a requirement for RecoStar Z Professional, Version 3.0 software and Annual Software Maintenance. It is the Government's intention to make an award to Oce' North America on a sole source basis under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) and FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action is based upon market research. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.