--Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service plans to award a sole source contract to Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota, to provide expertise and resources for historic preservation and management of heritage assets within the agency's Midwest Region. This contract is justified under FAR 6.302-1, citing that only Hamline University meets the specific locality, capacity, qualifications, and cost-effectiveness requirements necessary to fulfill the agency's needs. The contract falls under NAICS code 611310, with a size standard of $25.5 million, and will be awarded without competition, meaning no solicitation will be issued or available. This notice serves to inform the public but does not invite competition or changes to the procurement decision, which remains at the government's discretion. The contracting office is based in Falls Church, Virginia, under the Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service Headquarters. The intent is to secure specialized historic preservation services that align with the agency’s regional operational requirements while leveraging Hamline University's unique qualifications and proximity.