S-63500-00017175 Wallowa Hatchery Vertical Incubation.pdf

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SOLE-SOURCE DETERMINATION AND JUSTIFICATION FOR

SUPPLIES AND SERVICES

Date: 5/20/2026 To: April Brenden-Locke, Designated Procurement Officer, Contract Services, Administrative Services Division

From: Justin J. Herold (Procurement Specialist Name)

RE: Sole Source Determination pursuant to Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 279B.075 and Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 125-247-0275

CSR: CSR 217-26, Wallowa Hatchery Vertical Incubation

Part A

1. Authority to enter into a Sole-Source Contract: OAR 125-246-0170(2)(c)(H)

2. Estimated Total Value of the Procurement: $112,355.52

3. Background:

Wallowa Hatchery is preparing to purchase 23 – 12 tray vertical stack incubators and 5 drip trays. The sole source justification applies to the purchase of the incubator stacks from Marisource. They are the only company that can provide this good for our specific needs. The estimated cost of these incubators is $112,355.52.

4. Proposed Contractor: Legend Brands - Marisource

5. Findings:

A. Market Research Overall Finding.

A review of available suppliers, including online research and aquaculture industry publications, confirms that no alternative manufacturers can provide the required vertical incubator system. Our technical specifications match Marisource’s designs exactly. The trays and baskets currently in use at the facility are also Marisource products and have consistently met program needs for summer steelhead egg incubation.

In addition, many hatcheries use this same Marisource system and strongly recommend it based on its proven reliability, performance, and compatibility with

Sole-Source Determination_rev01-31-24 Page 2 of 2 existing equipment. Marisource remains the only identified supplier capable of providing the specific incubator system required.

And

B. Findings of Fact pursuant to OAR 125-247-0275(2) must include, at a minimum, one of the following:

1. Pursuant to OAR 125-247-0275(2)(a): Compatibility. Provide findings supporting your determination that the efficient utilization of existing goods requires the acquisition of compatible goods or services from only one source.

The Marisource vertical incubator system is uniquely compatible with our existing hatchery infrastructure. Its design fits the original footprint in the hatch house, allowing for efficient replacement without costly modifications or operational disruption.

2. Pursuant to ORS 279B.075 (2)(b): Exchange of Software or Data. Provide findings supporting your determination that the goods or services required for the exchange of software or data with other public or private agencies are available from only one source.

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3. Pursuant to ORS 279B.075 (2)(c): Pilot or Experimental Project. Provide findings supporting your determination that the goods or services are for use in a pilot or an experimental project.

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4. Pursuant to ORS 279B.075 (2)(d): Other findings that support the conclusion that Supplies and Services are available from only one source may include but are not limited to considerations of: unique design, availability, geographic location, exclusive authorized representative, cost of conversion, and warranty services.

Extensive market research has been done, and a letter has been received by the manufacturer stating that they are the sole manufacturers and supplier.

Part B - Conditions of Approval will be inserted by ODFW-DPO.

April Brenden-Locke, Contract Services Manager, ODFW Date

6/8/26