GPS data for argos satellite transmitters

Added: Mar 01, 2016 4:38 pm Modified: Mar 01, 2016 5:37 pmTrack Changes The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at the Idaho State Office (ISO) intends to negotiate with only one source, CLS America, Inc., 4300 Forbes Blvd., Suite 110, Lanham, Maryland 20706 to obtain data collected from Argos satellite transmitter wildlife collars fitted on sage grouse. This action is authorized by and in accordance with FAR 6.302-1. The Government believes that the only responsible source capable of satisfying the agency's requirement is CLS America, Inc. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. The estimated value of this simplified acquisition is less than $235,000.00. 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 unrestricted and the NAICS code 518210 applies. Responsible firms believing they can provide the required items are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the Contracting Officer referencing action item L16PS00282. All responses will be fully considered. If no affirmative responses are received by March 15, 2016 to the effect that a comparable source exists, an order will be placed with CLS America, Inc. for the requirement stated here. Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Diane Barker at 208-373-3911 or faxed to 208-373-3915.