The U.S. Secret Service intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Winchester Division of Olin Corporation for ammunition. The specific need is for 223 Remington 62 gr. USA Full Metal Jacket. The ammunition is to be supplied by December 30, 2005. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with one source under the authority of FAR 6.302 Circumstances permitting other than full and open competition. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed requirement on a full and open competitive basis upon receipt of responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No formal solicitation package is available. Any inquires must include a full capability statement and must be received not later than three (3) days after publication of this synopsis. The Government will not be responsible for any costs in preparation of responses to this announcement.

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