C--Delta Cross Channel Electrical Fish Barrier

The Bureau of Reclamation intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Smith Root, Inc., of Vancouver, Washington for the design of an electrical fish barrier system capable of redirecting upstream migrating salmon towards the Mokelumne River in the Delta Cross Channel. Firms believing they can provide similar services as stated above must provide written notification to the Contracting Officer with supporting evidence to that effect in sufficient detail to demonstrate the respondent's ability to meet the stated requirements. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. All responses received within 7 calendar days of the date of publication of this notice will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action based on responses to this notice 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. Inquiries will be accepted by email at contact@example.gov. Responses should include the firm's Dun and Bradstreet number (DUNS) and Tax Identification Number (TIN). Firms should identify business size (i.e. small business, other than small business, etc.) in accordance with the size standard for NAICS Code 541330 which is $14 Million. This notice may represent the final official notice of such a solicitation.