SOLE SOURCE FOR RESEARCH

NAICS Code: 115310 The U.S. Forest Service, under the authority of the Federal Acquisition Rules (FAR) Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, intends to issue a sole source purchase order to John Elioff, for the purpose of support activities for Forestry in research and development. Scope and Capabilities: The objective is the collection of soil samples from the Chippewa National Forest, collection of vegetation data from the Huron National Forest, collection of herbaceous biomass from Huron National Forest, and the entering of data for summarization. NO SOLICITATION OR REQUEST FOR QUOTE IS AVAILABLE. John Elioff is the only vendor capable of supplying the requirements because of his experience with field plot identification and forestry data collection and has the necessary skills to adequately provide these services. Importantly, these research projects have a high degree of urgency and the forestry data sets are vital components of the work. John also has explicit and intimate knowledge of the specific project for which his services are required. Notwithstanding, any contractor who believes they are capable of meeting Forest Service requirements as stated herein may submit a response, which if received within 10 calendar days of the date of this announcement, will be considered. Responses to this posting must be in writing. A determination not to compete the proposed Purchase Order based upon the responses is solely within the discretion of the Government. All questions should be directed to David Easter via email to [email protected] no later than 2:00 pm CST 10 calendar days after the date of this announcement. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. Contracting Office Address: 1992 Folwell Avenue - Acquisition Management St. Paul, Minnesota 55108 Place of Performance: USDA Forest Service