--Notice of intent for sole-source contract

Notice of intent to award a sole-source contract. Purpose of proposed sole-source contract is for membership dues for the Irrigation and Electrical Districts Association (IEDA). IEDA is a non-profit organization that water and power issues in the State of Arizona. IEDA is "is a statewide association of public bodies that are involved in the delivery of water and electricity to agricultural, municipal and industrial customers throughout Arizona." http://www.ieda-az.org/Home_Page.html IEDA members are public bodies consisting of special districts, municipalities, an Indian utility authority, and the managers of a federal water project. The proposed contract will pay membership dues for 2018 plus four (4) option years. Due to the public nature IEDA's mission and member organizations, no other known source can provide this service. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1 only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. This notice is being provided in accordance with FAR 5.203(a). Responses to this notice will be accepted until 6/8/2018. This is a simplified acquisition with an estimated value of less than $150,000.00.