81--Sole source procurement of cryo-shipper vapor containers.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 7 (Alaska), plans to award a sole source contract to Select Genetics for the immediate provision of 30 Cryo Shipping Vapor Containers, identified by manufacturer number SC20/12V. This procurement is driven by an urgent need to safely transport harvested migratory bird cultures for Avian Influenza testing, highlighting the critical nature of timely delivery. Given the pressing circumstances, this procurement bypasses competitive bidding, and no other proposals will be considered. The contract, designated as solicitation number 701816R029, was posted on April 11, 2006, by the FWS Headquarters under the Department of the Interior. The award decision will be made immediately upon the posting of this notification, reflecting the expedited acquisition process. The effort underscores a vital response to public health concerns related to avian disease monitoring in Alaska, with the sole source approach ensuring rapid access to the specialized containers necessary for this sensitive biological material.