Sole_Source_Justification_140FS123P0256_redacted_1.pdf

This sole source justification document relates to a federal contract opportunity for equipment rental services issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge in Idaho requires the rental of a scraper for approximately 120 hours between July and September 2023 to maintain dikes and water control structures. The justification provides that Magnuson Equipment Company is the only supplier within a reasonable distance that owns the necessary scraper equipment, as other local construction firms do not have scrapers available for short-term rental. Given Magnuson's unique proximity and equipment availability, no other vendors are capable of meeting the performance requirements within the required timeframe. The contracting officer therefore approved limiting competition and issuing a sole source contract to Magnuson Equipment Company for the needed scraper rental services.