--Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Expert Analytic Chemist

In accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) intends to award a sole source purchase order to Duke University (Dr. Heileen Hsu-Kim), Durham, NC, professional services of an expert analytic chemist to characterize mercury contained in samples obtained from several South American urban communities. This order will support the Office of Research and Development, National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA). EPA believes the contractor noted above possesses unique skills, access to necessary equipment to perform the work and access to Federal permits that enable importation, storage, analysis and disposal of samples. NO SOLICITATION OR REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) IS AVAILABLE. Notwithstanding, any firm that believes it is capable of meeting EPA's requirement as stated herein may submit a capability statement, which if received within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this announcement will be considered. Responses to this posting must be in writing and provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. A determination not to compete the proposed purchase order based upon the responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. All questions should be directed to Bradley Austin via the e-mail link below.