A16_IRM_tanks-Single_Source_Justification_NOI_1.pdf
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This is a Single Source Justification (FWS Form 34034) submitted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for a procurement under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).
The justification supports a sole source acquisition from Innovative Rotational Molding, Inc. for flat, durable water storage tanks needed to build guzzlers in remote locations on the Desert National Wildlife Refuge to provide water for desert bighorn sheep. The tanks will replace failing components in existing wildlife water systems and must be combined with tanks already in place. The procurement is justified based on the requirement for precise dimensional matching, as the gravity feed, self-leveling design requires exact specifications that cannot be flexible due to necessary tie-in with existing tank and guzzler components and site topography. The tanks must also possess superior quality to withstand helicopter transport and extreme environmental conditions including intense heat, UV exposure, and freezing temperatures. Market research conducted via Internet and vendor contact found no other sources capable of providing tanks with the exact matching dimensions, quality, material, and color. The justification notes that the same tanks are used for wildlife water developments across Southern Nevada, making consistency essential to avoid operational burdens on the government and partner organizations. The contracting officer has determined the price to be fair and reasonable based on market research. The Program/Project Officer and Contracting Officer have both certified and approved the use of sole source acquisition procedures under FAR Part 13.
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FWS Form (Rev. 2020) U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
JOINT ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS
Acquisitions Operations
No other sources that could meet the exact necessary specifications were found.
Market research was conducted via the Internet and through contacting potential vendors. No other vendor was able to provide tanks of the exact matching dimensions, quality, material and color needed to fit with the existing components. Size and dimensions are not flexible due to the necessary self-leveling design, needed tie-in with existing tanks and guzzler components and topography.
Flat, durable water storage tanks are needed to build guzzlers in remote locations to provide water for desert bighorn sheep on the Desert National Wildlife Refuge. These tanks will be used to replace failing tanks in existing wildlife water systems and combined with tanks already in place. The gravity feed, self-leveling design requires a precise match. In addition, the tanks must be of superior quality to withstand transport by helicopter and durability in the extreme environmental conditions present in the project area (extreme heat, extreme UV isolation alternating with freezing). The same tanks are used for wildlife water developments across Southern Nevada and it is essential to maintain consistency, any other tank would put a burden on the government and our partners.
This single source justification does not create a barrier to competition for any subsequent acquisitions. Just as with this acquisition, other than already exist due to the need for new guzzler components to fit precisely with existing ones. Actions will be taken to locate all capable sources that meet project qualifications and requirements and provide costs that are fair and reasonable.
Program / Project Officer
Contracting Officer
Price is determined to be fair and reasonable based on market research.
MICHAEL MATTHEWS Digitally signed by MICHAEL MATTHEWS Date: 2026.07.07 13:14:16 -07'00'
MELISSA NIEMI Digitally signed by MELISSA NIEMI Date: 2026.07.24 12:49:38 -05'00'
Innovative Rotational Molding, Inc. is a family owned and operated business. The contractor uses the highest quality, environmentally friendly polymers for the customer’s application including products requiring FDA and UL approval. The contractor produces tanks of needed quality and precise dimensions. The same tanks are used for wildlife water developments across Southern Nevada and it is essential to maintain consistency, any other tank would put a burden on the government and our partners
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