--Intention of awarding Sole Source to Valpart International.

The U.S. Army at Fort Carson, Colorado plans to award a sole source purchase order to Valpar International Corp. for the Joule FCE Premium Package. This procurement will be conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, specifically citing regulations that allow for other than full and open competition. Although this notice does not request competitive quotes, any interested firm capable of meeting the contract requirements may submit written notification to the Contracting Officer within 5 days of the notice's publication, accompanied by sufficient supporting evidence. The government will evaluate any responses but retains complete discretion in deciding whether to pursue competition or proceed solely with Valpar International. Responses must be submitted by September 15, 2008, at 9:00 a.m. Mountain Time via email, with no telephone inquiries accepted. If no responses are received by the deadline, the Army will continue with the planned sole source negotiation. The contract is classified under NAICS code 423450 and is managed through the W6QM MICC office at Fort Carson. This arrangement underscores the government's intent to streamline procurement for this specific equipment package while allowing a limited opportunity for other interested firms to demonstrate their capability.