U--Intent to Sole Source-DSEND Cert and Training

The Department of the Interior, through its Interior Business Center Acquisition Services Directorate, is issuing a notice of intent to sole source a purchase order to Nuytco Research Ltd. for training and technician qualification on the Deep-Sea Expeditionary No Decompression Dive Suite, which includes two 2-week training classes. This action is authorized under the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul provisions 5.101 and 12.102, with sole source justification grounded in RFO 12.201-1 and 41 U.S.C. 1901, recognizing Nuytco as the original equipment manufacturer with unique expertise necessary to deliver the technical training. The procurement is being conducted on behalf of the Naval Sea Systems Command and is classified under NAICS code 541990 for other professional, scientific, and technical services, with a small business size standard of $19.5 million. No competitive solicitation will be issued, and this notice is posted for a 15-day period in compliance with FAR RFO 5.101(d) to allow for public comment. The sole point of contact for inquiries is Mandy Ashmore, with email and office details provided, and the action is being managed from the agency’s location in Herndon, Virginia.