Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Eaton Corporation

The Department of State has issued a special notice of intent to award a sole source contract to Eaton Corporation for OEM maintenance replacement parts and certified breaker maintenance services at the U.S. Embassy in Paramaribo. The procurement is justified under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(1), which allows for sole source awards when only one source is reasonably available. The contracting officer has determined that Eaton Corporation, as the original equipment manufacturer, is uniquely positioned to provide the specialized personnel, equipment, supplies, and technical expertise required to properly service and maintain the embassy's electrical systems. The contract falls under NAICS code 238210 for Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors. This notice was posted on July 25, 2025, with responses due by August 9, 2025.

The primary purpose of this notice is to inform the contracting community of the government's intent to proceed with a non-competitive procurement while providing an opportunity for other potential contractors to demonstrate their capabilities. Any interested parties who believe they can meet the specified requirements must submit written evidence of their capability to fulfill the contract requirements by August 9, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time. The notice emphasizes that responses will only be considered for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement, and the government retains sole discretion in deciding whether to compete the contract. Contractors must demonstrate they can provide the same level of OEM-certified maintenance services and replacement parts that meet the Department of State's specific requirements for embassy electrical systems. The eligibility criteria focus on the contractor's ability to match the original manufacturer's specifications and technical expertise rather than traditional small business set-aside requirements.