Z -- Notice of Intent to Negotiate a Sole Source Contract

Notice of intent to negotiate a sole source contract with Dr. Satie Airame for the office of Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary (CINMS) in Santa Barbara, CA. The purpose of proposed contract is to provide scientific services to support Marine Reserve Process. The California Fish and Game Commission adopted legislation to establish marine protected areas in the CINMS in Santa Barbara, CA. The Commission requires adequate and frequent monitoring of biological,physical, economic and social variables associated with marine protected areas. The vendor is a highly experienced consultant who has worked with this program since 1999. She has thorough knowledge of process that was used to establish marine protected areas in the CINMS and the existing monitoring programs in the region. This is a simplified acquisition with an estimated value of less than $50,000.00.