A16_Sole_Source_Justification__1.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification (SSJ) document for water testing services for the Dworshak National Fish Hatchery (DNFH) and Kooskia National Fish Hatchery (KNFH). The document justifies a sole source procurement with Anatek for mandatory effluent water testing to meet National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements and Clean Water Act (CWA) standards administered by the EPA and state agencies.

The justification highlights that Anatek is the only lab within the desired driving radius capable of performing the required water quality testing, and they are already familiar with the testing and reporting processes. Market research was conducted through pricing inquiries and Google searches, but no other companies expressed interest or were capable of providing the services. The document notes limited suppliers within the driving distance and recommends the sole source acquisition based on Anatek's qualifications and proximity to the facilities.