19 -- HOT WATER HEATER FOR USCGC HEAH BAY

The U.S. Coast Guard’s Maintenance and Logistics Command Atlantic plans to issue a sole source purchase order to Hubbell Electric Heater Co. for a specific hot water heater model, the Hubbell Hot Water Heater MSH120-0-24CNT4, equipped with an insulation blanket and having a capacity of 120 gallons, 24KW power, 480V, 3-phase, and 60HZ. This unit is intended for use on the USCGC NEAH BAY vessel. Hubbell Electric Heater Co. is identified as the only known manufacturer capable of producing this hot water heater to meet the precise specifications required by the Coast Guard. Although this notice of intent does not request competitive quotes, any quotes received within five days of the notice's publication date will be reviewed, with the government retaining full discretion on whether to proceed with a competitive procurement. The solicitation, referenced under number HSCG80-05-Q-3FAC91, was posted on March 7, 2005, by the Department of Homeland Security’s SFLC Procurement Branch located in Norfolk, VA. The procurement falls under NAICS code 335999, which pertains to miscellaneous electrical equipment manufacturing. The decision not to compete will depend on assessments of any quotes submitted, but the government's primary intention is to procure this specialized equipment in a sole source manner due to the unique nature of the product and limited availability.