Curation/Storage services of artifacts

The Dept. of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service, the Manti-La Sal National Forest, in accordance with FAR 6.302.1 (only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements) intends to negotiate on a Sole Source basis with the Edge of the Cedars State Museum, 660 W. 400 N., Blanding UT. 84511.  This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals.  It is not a solicitation or request for offers.  No solicitation package is available.  A determination not to compete is solely within the discretion of the Government.  Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.  Responses must be received no later than 3:00 pm on February 22, 2012.  All responses must be sent to Orlando Gomez, Contracting Officer via e-mail or fax transmittal.  E-mail address is ogomez@fs.fed.us or fax (435) 637-4940.