Air Motors

INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION UNITED STATES SECTION ACQUISITION DIVISION

SOLE SOURCE ACQUISITION PACKAGE
PR: FY263161034
Replacement OEM Scaffold Hoist Components

Sky Climber Access Solutions, LLC

Prepared By:
Danilo Martinez
Purchasing Agent, Acquisition Division

Date: August 6, 2026

INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION – U.S. SECTION
SOLE SOURCE ACQUISITION PACKAGE – PR FY263161034

NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE PROCUREMENT
PR: FY263161034

This is not a request for competitive quotes.

Agency: International Boundary and Water Commission, U.S. Section (IBWC)
Office: Acquisition Division
Location: 4191 N. Mesa St., El Paso, TX 79902

Vendor: Sky Climber Access Solutions, LLC
Vendor Address: 6013 Genoa Red Bluff Road, Pasadena, Texas 77507

NAICS: 333612
PSC: 6105

1. Requirement Description

The IBWC requires replacement equipment for existing SkyClimber scaffold hoist systems supporting operations at the Falcon Field Office. Required items include:

• Four (4) scaffold air motors
• Four (4) canvas motor covers
• Four (4) SkyLock overspeed brakes
• Four (4) SkyLock overspeed brake covers

2. Authority

This action is conducted under:
• FAR 13.106‑1(b) – Soliciting from a Single Source
• FAR 6.302‑1 – Only One Responsible Source
Internal direction confirms the requirement for a Notice of Intent with a 7‑day public posting period.

3. Sole Source Rationale

Sky Climber Access Solutions, LLC is the exclusive OEM for all components compatible with IBWC’s existing SkyClimber scaffold hoist systems. OEM components ensure proper fit, safety, and system integrity. Engineering staff confirmed that components must match existing SkyClimber‑specific equipment.

4. Capability Statement Instructions

This notice is not a request for competitive quotes.
Interested parties may submit capability statements demonstrating OEM compatibility.

Email Submissions: danilo.martinez@ibwc.gov
Response Deadline: 7 days after SAM.gov posting.

SECTION 2 — SAM.GOV SPECIAL NOTICE SYNOPSIS

Title: Notice of Intent to Sole Source – Scaffold Hoist OEM Components (PR FY263161034)
Type: Special Notice
Agency: International Boundary & Water Commission – U.S. Section
Place of Performance: Falcon Field Office, Falcon Heights, TX, 78545
NAICS: 333612
PSC: 6105

Synopsis

The U.S. Section of the IBWC intends to award a sole‑source purchase order to Sky Climber Access Solutions, LLC for OEM replacement components required for existing SkyClimber scaffold hoist systems. Items include air motors, overspeed brakes, canvas covers, and brake covers.

Engineering communication confirms the components must be OEM‑specific and matched to the currently installed configuration. A 14‑day Notice of Intent posting is required.

Response Instructions

This announcement is not a request for competitive proposals.
Capability statements demonstrating OEM compatibility may be submitted to:

Email: danilo.martinez@ibwc.gov
Due Date: August 6, 2026

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
PR: FY263161034
Authority: FAR 6.302‑1 — Only One Responsible Source

1. Agency and Activity

International Boundary and Water Commission, U.S. Section
Acquisition Division

2. Nature of Action

Sole‑source award to Sky Climber Access Solutions, LLC for OEM scaffold hoist components.

3. Description of Supplies/Services

Procurement of OEM parts compatible with existing SkyClimber systems:

• Four (4) scaffold air motors
• Four (4) canvas motor covers
• Four (4) SkyLock overspeed brakes
• Four (4) SkyLock overspeed brake covers

4. Estimated Value

Pricing to be finalized based on updated Sky Climber quote requested by technical staff.

5. Rationale for Sole Source Award

• Sky Climber is the original equipment manufacturer for all installed hoist components.
• Only OEM parts maintain equipment integrity, compatibility, and safety.
• Engineering personnel confirmed dependency on model‑specific OEM equipment.
• Market research indicated no alternative manufacturer offers compatible components.

6. Market Research

Engineering staff requested updated quotes from Sky Climber. Components are proprietary and have no alternative suppliers.

7. Fair and Reasonable Price Determination

Award price will be evaluated based on vendor quote, historical pricing, and verification of OEM market norms.

8. Actions to Promote Future Competition

If future scaffold systems are replaced with non‑proprietary platforms, IBWC may pursue competitive procurement for compatible components.

9. Contracting Officer Certification

I certify the information contained within this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.

10. Approvals

Prepared in compliance with FAR 6.302‑1 and FAR 13.501.