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58--Notice of Intent to Award on a Sole Source Basis

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DOI-SNOTE-020723-002Federal

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The Bureau of Reclamation plans to execute a sole-source procurement with Lotek Wireless, Inc. to obtain specialized tracking equipment under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, as only one responsible source is believed capable of meeting the agency’s specific requirements. The equipment is designed to track over 200 fish simultaneously on the same frequency and includes various components such as scanning receivers with manual tracking and data logging capabilities over the 148-152 MHz frequency range, multiple antennas including folding and Yagi types, and a compact coded transmitter. This procurement is conducted through the Simplified Acquisition Procedures with a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition supporting this sole-source action. While the Government intends to proceed with Lotek Wireless, Inc., it invites any other capable firms to submit a written notification and supporting evidence within seven days to demonstrate their ability to meet the detailed equipment requirements. Responses are to be submitted by fax only and must include firm size classification, DUNS, and TIN information. The Government will consider any submissions solely to determine whether competition is warranted, but the final decision to forego competition rests with the Government. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, and inquiries are directed exclusively to the contracting officer named in the documentation.

General Info

Bureau of Reclamation sole-sources specialized fish tracking equipment procurement to Lotek Wireless.

Agency

Department Of The Interior → Denver Federal Center

NAICS

334511 - Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing

Place of Performance

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PostedJul 23

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Denver Federal Center

ContactsNo contacts available

OfficeDENVER, CO, 80225, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Denver Federal Center

Office AddressDENVER, CO, 80225, USA

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Full Description

The Bureau of Reclamation intends to negotiate on a sole-source basis with Lotek Wireless, Inc. to acquire equipment for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. The Government believes that only one responsible source can provide the equipment that will satisfy the agency requirements. This equipment must have the capability for tracking approximately 200+ fish on the same frequency. The equipment is described as follows: (1) Scanning Receiver with manual tracking capability or data logging of coded transmitters, including carrying case, whip antenna, downloading software and cable, frequency range 148-152 MHz, 1 MB memory, including antenna switch box for handling up to 8 antennas; (2) Scanning Receiver for manual tracking of coded transmitters enabling connection to GOS unit to stamp detection events with GPS coordinates, including carrying case, whip antenna, downloading software and cable, frequency range 148-152 MHz, 1 MB memory; (3) folding 3 element antenna for manual tracking, including carrying pouch, grip and 5 feet of BNC cable, 148-152 MHz; (4) 6 element Yagi antenna, 148-152 MHz; and (5) 7-volt coded transmitter, 16 x 83mm, 29.0 grams in air, not DSP compatible, with on/off programming. This procurement is being conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP). A Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. Any firm that believes it can provide this equipment is encouraged to give written notification to the Contracting Officer. Supporting evidence must be furnished, in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to comply with the above requirements. All responses received within seven days of the date of the publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. Inquiries will only be accepted by fax at +1 (555) 000-0000, Attn.: Betty J. Shearin. Responses should include the firm's business size (e.g., small business, other than small business), in accordance with the size standard: 750 employees for Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code 3812, NAICS Code 334511. Responses should include the firm's Dun and Bradstreet number (DUNS) and Federal Tax Identification Number (TIN).