--Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The ERDC Contracting Office plans to award a sole source contract to Power Protection Unlimited for the provision of a compatible uninterruptible power supply system, deemed unique and capable of meeting the government's requirements. This procurement will follow the Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR 6.302-1 and FAR Part 12, emphasizing that no other suppliers or services meet the agency's needs. The contract anticipates acquiring a commercial item, and while the intent is to proceed without full competition, other organizations with the capability to fulfill the requirements are invited to submit their qualifications in writing by 12:00 p.m. CST on December 17, 2008. These submissions will be reviewed solely to decide whether to open the procurement to competition, with the government retaining full discretion in that decision. Interested parties must respond in writing only, as oral communications will not be accepted, and no formal Request for Proposal will follow this notice. Submissions should reference the solicitation number W81EWF83183501 and be sent via email to [email hidden]. The contract falls under NAICS code 335999, which relates to electrical equipment manufacturing, particularly uninterruptible power supplies. This notice serves as a formal announcement of the government's intent to sole source the contract while allowing potential competitors one final opportunity to present their qualifications before a non-competitive award is finalized.