Z -- NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE PROCUREMENT

The Government plans to award a sole source contract to Stainless LLC for the construction of a new ladder and safety climb system along a 625-foot guyed LORAN C tower. This ladder system will comply with OSHA standards, offering enhanced safety for inspection and maintenance activities on the tower. Stainless LLC is the only authorized source because they are the original designers and hold the proprietary rights to the necessary drawings, making them uniquely qualified to fulfill these requirements. The award is made under the statutory authority allowing sole source procurement when only one responsible source exists, and no alternative supply or service can meet the agency’s needs. This sole source notice, issued by the Department of Homeland Security's Tracen Cape May office, references solicitation number HSCG83-06-R-3WN103 and is not open for competitive proposals. Contract questions are directed to the Contracting Officer, Audrey L. Overholt, via email or fax. The procurement falls under NAICS code 237130, covering construction, and will be performed at the office in Cape May, NJ. The sole source approach aims to ensure continuity, safety, and quality by leveraging Stainless LLC’s proprietary expertise.