Sole source broadband connectivity for CBP Houlton station.
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The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) intends to award a sole source contract to Consolidated Communications for broadband connectivity services at the Houlton, Maine Border Patrol Station. The procurement covers the installation and maintenance of a dedicated fiber-optic connection to support CBP operations. This is a special notice indicating a sole source acquisition under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), as Consolidated Communications is the only provider capable of meeting the requirement due to existing infrastructure. No competitive solicitation will be issued. The period of performance is not specified, but the service is expected to be ongoing.