Inactive Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) intends to negotiate with only one source, Met One Instruments at 1600 Washington Blvd, Grants Pass, OR 97526 for the... The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) intends to negotiate with only one source, Met One Instruments at 1600 Washington Blvd, Grants Pass, OR 97526 for the purchase of Potentiometer Assemblies, P/N 1656, that will be utilized to repair FTS Weather Sensors. This action is authorized by and in accordance with FAR 6.302-1. The Government believes that the only responsible source capable of satisfying the agency's requirement is Met One Instruments. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. The estimated value of this acquisition is less than $60,000.00. No Request for Quotation (RFQ) will be issued and no response will be made to letters or telephone requests for a copy of the solicitation. This is not a request for competitive quotes but serves as a procurement notice to fulfill public posting requirements in accordance with FAR 5.101(a)(1). The requirement is unrestricted and the NAICS code 334513 applies. Responsible firms believing they can provide the required items are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the Contracting Officer referencing action item 140L3723Q0021. However, they must provide convincing evidence that they can furnish the requested items at a cost that will not exceed the total estimated transaction cost. All responses will be fully considered. If no affirmative responses are received by February 22, 2023 to the effect that a comparable source exists, an order will be placed with Met One Instruments for the requirement stated here. Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Jocelyn Wright, jnwright@blm.gov.