76--intent to sole source

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, plans to award a firm, fixed-price contract on a sole source basis to Waterways Journal, citing statutory authority under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, which allows contracting from only one responsible source when no other supplies or services can meet the agency's needs. The procurement falls under NAICS code 511120, with a business size standard not exceeding 500 employees. No competitive solicitation will be issued, but small businesses believing they can fulfill the requirement are invited to submit written notifications and supporting evidence to the Contracting Officer for consideration. This intent to sole source is not a request for competitive quotes, and any decision not to pursue a competitive procurement will be made at the government's discretion based on the responses received. The purpose of accepting information from interested small businesses is solely to determine whether a competitive process should be initiated. Questions regarding this procurement can be directed to the designated point of contact, Diana Sue Robinson. The contract relates to the unique needs of the Corps, which the specified contractor is deemed solely capable of fulfilling.