SOLE SOURCE NOTICE

The NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Groton Office intends to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to AIRGAS USA under FAR 6.302-1, without soliciting competitive proposals. This contract pertains to services classified under NAICS code 541715. Interested parties are notified that this is a notice of intent rather than a solicitation, and any challenges to the sole source determination must be submitted in writing to the designated government contact, Nichole Stevens, at the provided email address. Challenges must present sufficient information to demonstrate the availability of an equivalent service that meets the government's requirements. The decision to proceed with or forego competition will rest solely with the government based on the information received. The contract is identified by solicitation number N0018924QG031, and the notice was posted on January 10, 2024. The contract will be administered by the Department of Defense through the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, located in Norfolk, Virginia. The government emphasizes that no proposals or quotes are being requested at this stage, and responses to this notice will only influence the determination of whether to compete the contract in the future. The sole source award to AIRGAS USA reflects reliance on their unique capabilities or qualifications to meet the government’s specific needs in this instance.