SAM #140P6426Q0068

Sole Source Notice for John Deere 85G Excavator Rotary Manifold Repairs at Cuyahoga Valley National Park

This opportunity is for urgent repairs to a John Deere 85G Excavator rotary manifold at Cuyahoga Valley National Park. - Sole source procurement to Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co, Inc, a John Deere Certified Dealer - Scope includes removal, inspection, and reconditioning of the rotary manifold assembly (10-port configuration) and associated seal kits - Only John Deere-approved parts and certified service are acceptable due to warranty, compatibility, and operational integrity - The repair is critical for maintaining park railroad tracks, especially after recent mudslides impacting operations - Urgency is emphasized due to safety and operational readiness requirements - OEM highlighted: John Deere - No competing vendors considered due to proprietary parts and service requirements

Period of Performance - Immediate repair required; specific dates not provided

Products and Services Requested - John Deere 85G Excavator rotary manifold assembly and seal kits (1 set) - Removal, inspection, and reconditioning service for rotary manifold (1 service)

Key Requirements - Only John Deere-certified dealers and John Deere-approved parts - Service must restore hydraulic system performance and ensure safe equipment operation

Description

THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT AND NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE/PROPOSAL:The National Park Service intends to solicit a quote and enter into a contract with Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co, Inc located at 1550 Industrial PKWY, Brunswick, Ohio 44212-2349, United States. This requirement is for the repair of the rotary manifold for a John Deere 85G Excavator which requires removal, inspection and reconditioning for Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Murphy Tractor is the only John Deere Certified Dealer that is close to the park in Cleveland/ Akron and the surrounding areas. The rotary manifold assembly (10-port configuration) and associated seal kits are proprietary components designed to OEM specifications. Compatibility, warranty protection, and operational integrity necessitate procurement of John Deere-approved parts and qualified service support. Substituting non-OEM components may compromise system performance, increase failure risk, and create liability exposure. If the park outsourced this requirement to another Certified John Deere Dealer that is further away this would add excessive additional cost for reassembly of the machine and due to transportation costs. Additionally, this equipment must be urgently repaired in order to support park operations for the maintenance of park railroad tracks which could be impeded due to mudslide or other hazards. Failure to repair this equipment in a timely manner could endanger park staff and guests.Due to the above, sole-sourcing to Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co, Inc ensures the most expedient and compliant resolution to these urgent repairs. Questions may be directed to Ryan R Begany in writing by email to ryan_begany@ios.doi.gov. NO PHONE inquiries will be accepted.

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