The U.S. Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG), International Broadcasting Bureau (BBG/IBB), intends to negotiate and award a non-competitive contract with RRSAT Global Communications Network, Ltd. (RRSAT), 4 Hagoren Street, Omer, Israel 84965. The contract will require RRSAT to provide satellite uplink services according to specifications described in the Agency’s Satellite Interconnect System design protocol. The authority permitting other than full and open competition that is applicable to this procurement is FAR Subpart 6.302-1 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1), “When the supplies or services required by the agency are available from only one responsible source” and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. For this procurement, RRSAT is the only firm known who is experienced and capable of providing the required uplink services in Israel to meet the needs of the Agency. This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive price proposals. Interested firms must submit documentation in sufficient detail to allow for an evaluation without the need for the firm to make additional submissions on their capability and demonstrated experience in meeting this requirement. Any questions regarding this Notice shall be in writing and received by July 25, 2008. Questions may be submitted via email or facsimile to Mr. Berel Dorfman, Office of Contracts (CON/CR), e-mail: [email protected], or facsimile at (202) 260-0855. The Agency’s determination not to compete this proposed contract is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Agency must receive all submissions before 2:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time (EST), July 25, 2008. No telephone responses of a firm's statements of interest, capabilities, and pertinent experience will be accepted by the BBG. All responsible sources may submit a proposal, which will be considered by the Agency. This Public Notice is not a RFP, IFB, or RFQ.

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