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This synopsis is issued because the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Technology Acquisition Center (TAC), intends to extend existing firm-fixed price contract VA118-16-C-0807 for hoteling seats an... This synopsis is issued because the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Technology Acquisition Center (TAC), intends to extend existing firm-fixed price contract VA118-16-C-0807 for hoteling seats and services in the Eatontown, New Jersey (NJ) area on the basis of other than full and open competition. The extension will be for an additional 4-month period from January 1, 2021 through April 30, 2021 and is needed while the Lessor completes tenant improvements and buildout of GSA leased space. The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 6.302-1 entitled, “Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.” “Hoteling” type office services or business center arrangements are commonplace in the commercial market. Office space, all ancillary services (reception, mail delivery), and furnishings are provided so that companies can perform normal work functions. This type of arrangement is found in large cities where off site “virtual offices” are often required for such tasks as attorney document review, litigation, proposal preparation and so forth. Such contracts do not involve lease or tenancy rights normally found in standard commercial lease terms and conditions. The extension will continue to provide a total of approximately 159 hoteling seats and corresponding services. Also required is the use of various conference rooms, training rooms, storage rooms, a computer technical support room, and other similar rooms/areas necessary for the effective and efficient operation of an acquisition based organization and its customers and support staff. This synopsis / notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement or proposal which shall be considered by VA. Any information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract extension lies solely within the discretion of the Government. The Point of Contact (POC) for this action is Michael Marone, Contract Specialist, michael.marone@va.gov or John M. Adamitis, Contracting Officer, john.adamitis@va.gov