AG-63PX-P-17-0024

SOLE SOURCE NOTICE SUPPORT ACTIVITIES FOR FORESTRY R & D
NAICS Code: 541712

The U.S. Forest Service, under the authority of the Federal Acquisition Rules (FAR) Part 13.106-1, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, intends to issue sole source purchase order to RESEARCH DESIGN, Lyme, NH, for detailed engineering work on scientific instruments in support of the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest (HBEF) Ice Storm project.

RESEARCH DESIGN will support activities for Forestry R & D in specific characteristics that include:
(1) Developing and executing recalibration programs for soil moisture probes, temperature probes and power supply for ice storm sensors,
(2) Developing and undertaking inspection program for lysimeters (soil water collectors), and
(3) Assisting USFS staff with writing technical reports and manuals for icing experiment, including electrical wiring diagrams and datalogger programs.

NO SOLICITATION OR REQUEST FOR QUOTE IS AVAILABLE. Contractor selected is capable of supplying the requirements because of their experience within this field of study and have the necessary skills to adequately provide these services. Contractor selected also has explicit and intimate knowledge of the specific project for which those services are required. Notwithstanding, any contractor who believes they are capable of meeting Forest Service requirements as stated herein may submit a response, which if received within 10 calendar days of the date of this announcement, will be used for Market Research and informational purposes only. Responses to this posting must be in writing. A determination not to compete the proposed Purchase Order based upon the responses is solely within the discretion of the Government. All questions should be directed to David Easter via email to dceaster@fs.fed.us no later than 11:59 am CST 10 calendar days after the date of this announcement. Telephone inquiries are discouraged.