B08_JOFOC_Brand_Name.doc

Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition Bureau of Land Management FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) Simplified Acquisitions (140L1221Q0072)

1. Identification of the agency and the contracting office.

Bureau of Land Management, Eagle Lake Field Office, 2550 Riverside Drive, Susanville CA 96130

2. Description of supply or service required to meet the agency’s needs.

Under this action, several riparian areas (wet places where vegetation is usually more plentiful than in dry areas) totaling approximately two miles will be fenced to protect the resource from impacts caused by free roaming horses and burros and livestock.

This project follows guidance outlined in the Eagle Lake RMP under several areas but specifically under sections 2.19 Riparian-Wetland Associations and 2.24 Wild Horses and Burros

3. A description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency’s needs

Bison Pipe Jack Fence (AKA Liberty Pipe)

Portable 3-rail metal pipe fence consisting of 12-gauge rails 17/8” outside diameter, and

12-gauge jacks 23/8” outside diameter. Eagle Lake has purchased fencing materials in the past, and new materials must be compatible with existing materials for the purpose of reconfiguration, and maintenance.

The following is a description of the product requirements needed by the Eagle Lake Field Office

The fence system will need to be portable meaning the metal rails will disconnect from the frame and can be transported with a vehicle to various locations.

*The fence system will be made from metal sufficient to withstand pressure from wild horses, burros, and livestock.

*The fence system will be wildlife friendly

*The fence system will have the capability to change directions and cover rough terrain. The fence system must have an option to be able to cross ravines and small drainages.

*The fence system must be installed without ground disturbance meaning the fence system will sit on top of the ground.

* Fence materials must connect with existing liberty pipe fencing materials for the purpose of reconfiguration, and maintenance of existing fenced areas.