Bracke Forest T26b Power Disc Trencher, Sole Source Award Notification

The US Forest Service intends to negotiate with only one source, Sylvana Import Trading, Inc., 4269 Rue Sainte-Catherine O Bureau, Montreal, OC, Canada H3Z-1P7 for a Bracke Forest T26B Disc Trencher. This action is authorized by and in accordance with FAR 13.501.  The Government believes that the only source capable of satisfying the agency's requirement is Sylvana. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition and is attached. No Request for Quotation (RFQ) will be issued and no response will be made to letters or telephone requests for a copy of the solicitation. This is not a request for competitive quotes but serves as a procurement notice to fulfill public posting requirements in accordance with FAR 5.101(a)(1). The requirement is full and open, NAICS code 333111 Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing applies. Responsible firms believing they can provide the required supply are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the Contracting Officer referencing action item 12444621Q0050.  Convincing evidence that they can furnish the requested services is required.  All responses will be fully considered. If no responses are received by May 13, 2021 to the effect that a comparable source exists, an order will be placed with Sylvana for the requirement stated here.  Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Shad Stoddard at shad.stoddard@usda.gov

Awarded contract TBD to unknown vendor for unknown amount on 2021-05-14.