J--Rebuild/refurnish two Caterpillar D6D Dozers

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service intends to issue a non-competitive contract with Ringhaver Equipment in Palm Bay, FL to repair and refurbish two Caterpillar D6D Bulldozers at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge in Titusville, FL. Ringhaver is the only certified Caterpillar service facility located within a reasonable delivery distance from the refuge. THIS NOTICE IS NEITHER A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION NOR A SOLICITATION OF OFFERS. A determination not to compete this proposed contract has been made Pursuant to 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1), as implemented by 6.302-1(b)(1)(i), this requirement has been justified and approved in accordance with FAR 6.303 and FAR 6.304. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement is solely within its discretion. All inquiries and concerns must be addressed in writing to the e-mail address or facsimile number stated herein, Attn: Carla Strong. Responses to this notice must be received by Sept. 10, 2003. Please include your name, point of contact, address area code and telephone number and facsimile number. Telephone requests will not be accepted. Requests can be faxed to (404) 679-4057 or e-mailed to [email protected].*****