NOTICE OF INTENT TO ISSUE A SINGLE SOURCE AWARD FOR FISH TAGS

The US Fish and Wildlife Service, Contracting and General Services, Portland, Oregon intends to award using other than full and open competition to Floy Tag and Mfg Inc., Seattle, WA according to FAR 6.302-1, Other Than Full and Open Completion procedures. This acquisition is required to support the Lahontan National Fish Hatchery, Gardnerville, Nevada for fish tagging operations. FloyTag & Mfg. is the only known source that can meet Agency requirements. The requirement is to procure 300,000 (green) fine fabric anchor tags. These fabric tags are specifically designed to prevent harm to fish species and durable enough to remain on the fish for its lifespan. It is necessary to use the same type of tags as prior years so that there is consistency with the scientific data recorded from captured fish. It is necessary to have green tags for this particular order as the color corresponds with where the fish are released into the wild. Different release areas have different color tags. Tags are numbered consecutively on one side and a listed phone number on the other side. This is not a request for quotes and no written solicitation will be issued. Nevertheless, any firm that is capable of meeting the requirements described herein may submit a response not later than close of business on 2/11/2010. Response to this posting must be submitted in writing via email. Any questions or comments should be directed to Linda Askew at [email protected] NAICS: 541712, 112519