Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Keyacid Rhodamine WT Liquid Dye

In accordance with FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The Office of Food Safety-Division of Seafood Safety's Shellfish and Aquaculture Policy Branch (SAPB) has a requirement for 280 pounds of Keyacid Rhodamine WT Liquid dye (to be delivered in 7 x 40 pound (5 gallon) units). The Rhodamine WT dye is be capable of estimating the changes in pollutant concentration and dilution over time and thus be capable of simulating these changes under varying conditions including changes in tidal direction, velocity, water depth, wind speed and direction, as well as changes in pollutant flow rate and concentration. The dye is a necessary commodity to estimate the level of pollutants entering shellfish growing areas from nearby pollutions sources and help determine the influence of these pollutants. This is very important information in helping states and foreign shellfish programs classify shellfish growing areas to ensure the safety of shellfish. The dye studies also are instrumental in calibrating computer models, which are used for extended applications, such as assisting with outbreak investigations or evaluating other pollutant discharge events such as an oil spill or radioactive release of materials. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement within five (5) days after the publication of this synopsis which shall be considered by the agency. Responses received after 5 days or without the required information may not be considered. For information concerning this acquisition contact: