66--Notification is provided of the intention of the U.S. Army, ERDC, CRREL to issue one sole source award for a FFP SAP purchase order to RIEGL USA, INC., located in Orlando, Florida under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1).

The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center's Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory (CRREL) intends to issue a sole source, firm fixed-price simplified acquisition purchase order to RIEGL USA, INC., based in Orlando, Florida. This procurement is authorized under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), allowing for a non-competitive award due to the unique capabilities of the supplier. The order includes the purchase of a Scanner Long Range 3D imaging sensor VZ1000, associated photo imaging equipment compatible with the scanner, and training services provided by RIEGL. This acquisition, identified by solicitation number W913E5-1195-3166, falls under NAICS code 334519, which relates to other measuring and controlling device manufacturing. The contract supports research and development efforts in cold regions and will be managed through CRREL’s office located in Hanover, New Hampshire. The sole source approach emphasizes the specialized nature of the equipment and expertise required, affirming RIEGL USA’s status as the sole provider capable of fulfilling the government’s technical and operational requirements.