SubGravity's iQSub X- CCR (closed circuit rebreathers)

The National Park Service SF Major Activity Buying Office plans to award a sole source contract to Thornton Distribution, operating as Subgravity, for the purchase of five iQSub X-CCR closed circuit rebreathers. This contract will be executed under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, which allows for non-competitive procurement when there's only one source capable of fulfilling the requirement. Although the government intends to negotiate exclusively with this vendor, interested parties are invited to express their interest or submit proposals within 15 days from the publication date. Any information or proposals received will be reviewed solely to determine whether a competitive procurement process is warranted, but the government retains full discretion over this decision. The contract relates to supplies classified under NAICS code 339920 and will be managed by the Department of the Interior's Dsc Contracting Services Division located in Denver, Colorado. The solicitation number for this procurement is P17PS02133, with the original posting dated July 19, 2017. The notice emphasizes that this is not a solicitation for competitive bids but a notification of intent to award a sole source contract, affirming the uniqueness of the technology or supplier for these specialized closed circuit rebreathers, which are critical for underwater operations in national park activities.