--Replacement Z-drive propulsion assembly (new) for Tender Lusk.

The US Army Corps of Engineers Memphis District intends to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to Schottel, Inc. using FAR 6.302-1, under the authority of U.S.C. 2304 (c)(1), only one responsible source. This effort is to replace the Z-dri ve propulsion assembly of the Tender Lusk. The original Z-drive was manufactured by Schottel, Inc. and the Government is not aware of any other manufacturers or sources for new Schottel Z drive-propulsion assemblies. Therefore, NO SOLICITATATION OR REQUE ST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) IS AVAILABLE. Notwitstanding, any firm that believes it is capable of meeting the USACE's requirement as stated herein may submit a response, which if received within 48 hours of the date of this announcement may be considered. Repsons es to posting must be in writing, and may be submitted via email, fax, or delivery. A determination not to compete the proposed requirement based upon the responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. All questions should be directed to Celestine Evans, Contract Specialist, via email [email protected].