SAM #140FS126P0233

Sole Source Procurement for Fish Pump Dewaterer Unit at Quinault National Fish Hatchery

This opportunity is a sole-source procurement for a Fish Pump Dewaterer Unit at the Quinault National Fish Hatchery, driven by urgent operational needs. - The US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) intends to issue a firm-fixed-price purchase order. - Procurement is justified under FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii) due to unusual and compelling urgency. - No specific OEMs, vendors, part numbers, or quantities are provided in the notice. - The requirement is to minimize operational disruption and ensure rapid acquisition of the needed equipment. - No technical specifications or unique requirements are detailed. - Competition is limited due to the urgency of the need.

Period of Performance - Not specified in the notice.

Products Requested - Fish Pump Dewaterer Unit (no part number or quantity listed)

Potential Competitors - No OEMs named, but companies specializing in fish hatchery equipment may be able to compete if the opportunity were open.

Estimated Contract Value - Not specified; likely in the range of $10,000 to $100,000 based on typical equipment costs.

Requirements & Justification - Urgent operational need at Quinault National Fish Hatchery - Sole-source procurement to minimize disruption - No additional requirements or specifications provided

Description

NOTICE OF SOLE SOURCEThe United States Fish and Wildlife Service intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order on a sole-source basis to a qualified contractor for the required goods and/or services. The Government intends to negotiate with one (1) source under the authority of FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii), for purchases not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.The requirement is necessary to address an immediate and critical operational need. The Government has determined that delaying the procurement to conduct full and open competition would result in unacceptable delays and could adversely affect mission operations, facility operations, employee safety, public safety, or other essential Government functions, as applicable.Due to the urgent nature of the requirement, the Government identified a source that is capable of providing the required goods and/or services within the timeframe necessary to address immediate need. The identified source has the capability, availability, and resources necessary to fulfill the requirement and meet the Government¿s required schedule.Based on the unusual and compelling urgency of the requirement, competitive procurement procedures were limited in accordance with FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii). This action is being pursued on a sole-source basis to minimize operational disruption and obtain the required goods and/or services as quickly as practicable.The Government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price purchase order to the identified source, subject to the availability of funds and completion of all applicable acquisition requirements.

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