S -- Electrical Service

It is the intent of the U.S. Department of Commerce, NOAA Acquisition & Grants Office, to negotiate on a sole source basis with Kaua?i Island Utility CO-OP for award of a contract to provide one year of electrical service in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, permits and electrical codes to the National Institute of Standards and Technology, Radio Stations WWV/WWVH, Kekaha, Hawaii. The annual usage under the contract is estimated at 700,000 kWh. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, firms that believe they can provide this equipment and meet the Government?s essential requirements may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing to the identified point of contact within 15 days after publication of this synopsis. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. All capabilities/qualifications must included detailed technical information and other technical literature demonstrating the ability to meet the stated requirements. Interested parties must address each of the mandatory requirements listed in sufficient detail to permit agency analysis to establish a bone fide capability to meet requirements. Failure to submit documentation will result in the agency proceeding as stated above. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.