12--NOTICE OF SINGLE SOURCE AWARD for WEATHER SENSORS

The contract involves the sole source procurement of weather station sensors by the Fish & Wildlife Services, Region 7 Contracting and General Services under a firm-fixed price agreement valued at $28,152. The order is planned for award to FTS, a company specializing in instruments and related products manufacturing, specifically with NAICS code 334513. The sensors to be purchased consist of 17 wind speed and direction sensors with specific part numbers, chosen for their compatibility with existing FTS weather stations, compliance with the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) standards for fire weather stations, and their serviceability under the current maintenance contract. This acquisition is justified under limited source procurement regulations, and the Government has determined that competition is not necessary due to the unique compatibility and service requirements. This announcement, posted on July 21, 2021, is not a solicitation for quotes but serves as the sole official notice regarding this procurement. It emphasizes that any responses would be for market research purposes only and that the Government reserves discretion over competition decisions. The contracting office is located in Hadley, Massachusetts, and the point of contact for this procurement is Tina Baker, reachable via email or phone for additional information. The procurement aligns with Simplified Acquisition Procedures and relevant Department of the Interior procurement authority provisions.