T--Intent to conduct negotiations on a sole source basis for the production of a new 8-10 minute training video for Katmai National Preserve.

The National Park Service's Harpers Ferry Center plans to negotiate a sole source contract with Mark Emery from Ocala, Florida, for the production of an 8-10 minute training video for Katmai National Preserve in King Salmon, Alaska. The video will focus on proper catch-and-release techniques for sport fishing in Alaskan rivers and streams. Mr. Emery owns stock footage relevant to this topic, making him uniquely qualified to produce the video. Given the remote location of Katmai National Preserve, contracting directly with Mr. Emery is deemed the most cost-effective and efficient approach for the federal government. This contract is managed by the Department of the Interior’s Dsc Contracting Services Division based in Denver, Colorado. The sole source nature of the negotiation reflects the specialized nature of the materials and expertise Mr. Emery provides, with the intent to support fishing practices through educational content targeting the preserve’s environment. The solicitation was posted on March 26, 2004, and no additional set-aside or specific NAICS code details were provided.