66 -- Notice of intent to issue a noncopetitive award for suspended sediment sensors.

The U.S. Geological Survey intends to issue a noncompetitive award utilizing simplified purchase procedures to Sequoia Scientific, Redmond, Washington, for three (3) LISST (Laser in Situ Scattering and Transmissometry) -25X suspended sediment sensors. Each sensor to include: 2 meter communications cable, 300 meter depth rating, horizontal test chamber, molded shipping container with custom foam cushioning, users? manual and software. Delivery FOB Destination, Flagstaff, AZ, is required within 4 weeks following receipt of award. THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. Information will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Determination to compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the Government. No additional synopsis will be published. Reponses to this notice must be received no later than February 15, 2002. Point of contact is Franklin Yee, Contracting Officer, Fax: 650-329-5114, Email: [email protected].