J -- Brasstown Bald Elevator Maintenance and Repair

Notice of Intent to award a sole source firm-fixed price maintenance and repair of an elevator contract to Mowrey Elevator Company of Marianna, Florida. The estimated value is $50,000.00. Mowrey Elevator Company built the Brasstown Bald elevator which is located in Blairsville, Georgia. Since then, they have been performing preventive maintenance and elevator inspections. After their latest inspection, they recommended various component replacements and provided us with a cost proposal. Since Mowrey built the elevator and inspects it, they are uniquely qualified to make these repairs and component replacements. All components must be compatible with the existing unit and we are not aware of a competitor who can work on their product and has access to compatible parts. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. Therefore, no solicitation documents will be issued. Award is anticipated on or about February1, 2008.