68--POTASSIUM/MAGNESIUM MIX AND ROCK SALT

VA-251-09-RI-0181 The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 11, in accordance with FAR 6.302.1 (only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Rock Connection of Northfield Township, MI 48189 for 60 Tons of Potassium/Magnesium Mix (95/5) and 30 Tons of Rock Salt, for multiple bulk deliveries with as little as two (2) hours notice for the coming winter season. NAICS Code 444220 applies. Period of Performance shall be the date of award, to completion. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. It is not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available. A determination not to compete is solely within the discretion of the Government. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses must be received no later than 3:00 pm on September 21, 2010. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. Responses must be mailed to VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Attn: Joanne Alewine (VISN 11 Logistics) 40 Frank Lloyd Wright Drive, Lobby M - Room 2200, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.