HOTEL ROOMS FOR PARTICIPANTS OF SIU #127
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) intends to award a sole source purchase order to the Comfort Inn for hotel rooms to accommodate participants of SIU #127. This Special Notice allows other vendors to submit capability statements if they believe they can meet the specific requirements. The period of performance is from April 18, 2026, to May 16, 2026. Capability statements are due by April 11, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 22 double occupancy hotel rooms for students attending SIU #127. Key factors include the hotel's proximity to the DEA Training Academy (8.4 miles/14 minutes) and the Stafford Training Center (450ft/4-minute walk), which is crucial for student accessibility and safety. The facility must also be on the FEMA "List of Approved Hotels and Motels for Federal Travelers" and offer amenities like nearby restaurants.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intended Sole Source Purchase Order (Firm Fixed-Price)
- Acquisition Method: FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures)
- NAICS Code: 721110 (Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels) with a $40,000,000 size standard.
- Period of Performance: April 18, 2026 – May 16, 2026
- Capability Statement Due: April 11, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Eastern Time
- Published Date: March 30, 2026
Justification & Evaluation
The DEA's decision to pursue a sole source award to the Comfort Inn is based on a limited source justification. Market research indicated that other local hotels could not accommodate the required number of rooms or had scheduling conflicts. The Comfort Inn Stafford meets the critical distance requirements, offers proximity to amenities, and ensures accessibility for students, especially given recent changes in base accessibility. This notice is not a request for competitive quotations, and an RFQ is not available. However, vendors who believe they can meet the government's requirements may submit a capability statement for consideration.
Submission Instructions
All capability statements must be submitted electronically to Lori.A.Love@dea.gov by the specified deadline.