Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source to Twiss Analytical Laboratories, Inc

Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Pacific (SSCPAC) hereby publicizes its intention to solicit, negotiate, and award a firm fixed price purchase order on a noncompetitive basis with Twiss Analytical Laboratories, Inc., 26280 Twelve Trees Lane, Poulsbo, WA 98370-9435, for Laboratory Analysis of Marine Water Samples.

This effort will require analytical lab services for weekly full suite of accredited lab testing and methodologies of the analytes for samples taken from six (6) different waterfront sites in and around marine mammal enclosures at Naval Base Kitsap at Bangor (NBK Bangor). Lack of continuity in laboratory methodologies may lead to false interpretation of the overall environmental impact of the Swimmer Interdiction Security System (SISS) at NBK Bangor. Twiss Analytical Laboratories is the only firm currently possessing the immediate capability and close proximity to NBK Bangor necessary to preserve the integrity of the water samples collected. Based on the aforementioned facts, only one responsible source and no other supplier or services will satisfy agency requirements in accordance with FAR 6.302-1.

Acquisition of Comercial Items under FAR Part 12 and Simplified Acquisitions Procedures under FAR Part 13 apply. The applicable NAICS Code is 541380 and the business size standard is $14 million.

Be advised that the aforementioned information is anticipatory in nature and is not binding. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals; however, any firm believing that they can fulfill the requirement of providing these services may be considered by the agency. Interested parties may identify their interest and capabilities in response to this synopsis, and must clearly show the firm's ability to be responsive without compromising the quality, accuracy, and reliability of services provided. Any comments, questions or concerns regarding this notice may be submitted IN WRITING via e-mail to simone.lucy@navy.mil.

Anticipated Contracting Date: Awarded NLT 1 May 2014, 3:00 p.m. PST Anticipated Acquisition Strategy: One Source Contractor: Twiss Analytical Laboratories, Inc., 26280 Twelve Trees Lane, Poulsbo, WA 98370-9435 Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Federal Supply Code: F103 North American Industry Classification Code: 541380 Other Information: Anticipated period of performance: 1 Year from Date of Award