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Single Source Determination Natural Resources and Environment (NRE) Mission Area United States Department of Agriculture Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1 (b)(1)

Identification of the agency and the contracting activity USDA Forest Service Procurement & Property Service CSA #2, notice of intent to award sole source procurement.

The nature and/or description of the action being approved.

Award of a sole source contract for repairing 6 fuel injectors, 1 valve cover gasket, and a full engine service on water tender #7132. With the option to repair a cylinder head if deemed necessary. Contract will be a firm-fixed price.

A description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency’s needs (including the estimated value).

Work includes replacement of 6 fuel injectors, 1 valve cover gasket, and a full engine service on a 2013 International 570 Maxxforce Engine. This repair shall include all parts, supplies, and labor to complete the service. Vendor will ensure the proper installation for safe operation of the vehicle at the completion of service.

Rational for limited competition L & T Truck Repair is qualified to perform the repairs and is equipped with the necessary tools, knowledge, and experience as an ASE certified mechanic. The fire season has commenced, and this Water Tender is an integral part of mission efforts in battling wildfires. It is urgent for the water tender to be repaired and available for any unforeseen natural disasters (Wildfires).

A description of efforts made to ensure offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable.

Efforts to obtain quotes from many potential sources is limited to the minimal number of active vendors registered on SAM.gov. Efforts to locate small business were diligently made, using the SBA website and SAM.gov.

A determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

The price is expected to be fair and reasonable by comparing pricing to simliar past contract activities. As well as comparing qoute provided by requesting program office to qoute provided by the market research that was conducted .

A description of the market research conducted and the results or a statement of the reason Market Research was not conducted.

I conducted thorough market research by proactively reaching out to vendors listed on SAM.gov and the Small Business Administration (SBA) website. This comprehensive approach ensured that I identified a diverse range of potential suppliers, facilitating a competitive procurement process.

Intended Source L & T Truck Repair

UEI: MALRWU8JZ977

459 N Colusa ST Willows, California 95988-2205, United States

A statement of actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition if subsequent acquisitions are anticipated.

In most cases it’s not possible to predict equipment breakdowns and allow for longer lead times for procurement planning and market research; however, when possible, efforts will be made to plan ahead for equipment maintenance and repair needs and allow time for solicitation and re-solicitation as necessary. There are a limited number of shops that can complete repairs to this type of equipment in the local area that are registered in SAM.gov and qualified to complete the necessary repairs.

Certifications & Approvals Supporting data that form the basis for and included in this determination are certified accurate and complete.

The information contained in this Determination for Single Source is certified accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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