Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source

This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive proposals. This is not a solicitation or request for offers. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. USDA Forest Service, Region 8 office intends to award a sole source award to Nelson Tractor Company Inc to procure Kubota Excavator KU4 Model KX0404RTP (See attached J&A).

This purchase will be made utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with: Federal Acquisition Regulation 13.106-1(b)(1) For purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold.(i) Purchasing Agent may solicit from one source if the purchasing agent determines that the circumstances of the contract action deems only one source reasonably available.

Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement by February 8, 2021 at 1:00PM (EST). Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.

Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed award upon response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No reimbursement for any cost connected with providing capability information will be provided.

Awarded contract 12444021P0029 to STRATUM UNLIMITED L.L.C. for 4500.00 on 2021-04-21.