Multi lure Traps

Nature and/or description of award action

Firm Fixed Priced order for Multi lure Traps. Quote# 102759.

20,000 Complete Multilure Trap @ $ 8.60ea = $ 172,000.00
10,000 Multilure Clear Top with accessories @ $ 5.40ea = $ 54,000.00
Yellow Plug (0.19)
Swivel & Ring (0.15)
Mango Hanger (0.30)
Total $ 226,000.00

Citation of the appropriate statute for sole source purchase

13.106-1 Soliciting competition (b) Soliciting from a single source.
(1) For purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold.
(i) Contracting officers may solicit from one source if the contracting officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available.

Findings that detail the particular circumstances, facts, or reasoning essential to support the determination. Necessary supporting documentation shall be obtained from appropriate requirements and technical personnel.

• The USDA-APHIS-PPQ-FMS in Edinburg, TX uses a delimitation grid that relies on these Mutli-Lure based traps which have been proven effective at detecting male Medflies. Without this trap it will be impossible to maintain an effective program. PPQ's Failure to detect additional wild flies would seriously compromise the integrity of the eradication effort and could ultimately add to the overall cost or even prevent its success.

• Better World Manufacturing, Inc. is the only manufacturer of this trap. The Multilure trap is patented in the United States. Patent number is US 6,532,695 B1 dated March 18, 2003.

. Awarded Vendors: Better World Manufacturing, Inc.. Contract Award Dollar Amount: $ 226,000.00. Contract Award Date: 2019-05-20.