68--YELL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FY27

The U.S. Department of the Interior, on behalf of the National Park Service, is establishing a new Blanket Purchase Agreement for the continued supply of proprietary potable water and wastewater treatment chemicals exclusively for Yellowstone National Park. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 140PS126Q0017 and titled YELL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FY27, is being conducted as a sole source acquisition under NAICS code 325998, targeting Hawkins, Inc. as the sole qualified provider due to its unique, proprietary chemical formulations that are currently in use within the park’s treatment systems. The requirement mandates that all delivered chemicals must match the exact proprietary blends, polymer combinations, and performance specifications currently operational, with no allowance for substitution, reformulation, or system reengineering. While the acquisition is designated as sole source, other vendors may submit capability statements by June 11, 2026, demonstrating their ability to provide chemically identical products for market research purposes, though no formal competitive evaluation will be conducted. All submissions must be sent in writing via email to Contracting Officer Jennifer Moreci at Jennifer_moreci@ios.doi.gov with the subject line referencing solicitation number 140PS126Q0017. The anticipated award date is July 2026, with performance to be conducted at Yellowstone National Park, though the full period of performance, delivery schedule, pricing details, and specific packaging or inspection requirements are not specified in the available documentation. The contract is structured under simplified procedures for commercial products, and no contracting officer’s representative, payment office, or invoicing instructions are detailed at this time.