Can the contracting officer award Keepin' It Clean a new contract on 1 October 2013?

Whether the contracting officer can award Keepin' It Clean a new contract on October 1, 2013, depends on several factors, including the specific procurement regulations, the availability of funds, and whether Keepin' It Clean meets all eligibility and compliance requirements at that time. Additionally, if there are no conflicts or disqualifications, and the solicitation process has been followed correctly, then it is possible for the award to proceed. However, without more context regarding the situation, it's difficult to provide a definitive answer.