42--Repair Parts for Mark-3 Pumps

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) intends to negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1 using Simplified Acquisition Procedures to acquire various Wildfire brand Mark-3 Pump Repair Parts. The Government believes that the only responsible source capable of satisfying the agency requirement is Ansul Inc. dba Wildfire, 16311 NE Cameron Blvd., Portland, OR 97230. A justification for other than full and open competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. No Request for Quotation (RFQ) will be issued and no response will be made to letters or telephone requests for a copy of the solicitation. This is not a request for competitive quotes, but serves as a procurement notice to fulfill public posting requirement in accordance with FAR 5.101(a)(1). This requirement is unrestricted and NAICS code 423850 applies. Responsible firms believing they can provide the required items are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the Contracting Officer referencing action item RAQ044007. If no affirmative responses are received by July 11, 2004, an order will be placed with Ansul Inc. dba Wildfire. Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Kathy Colson at 208-387-5545 or faxed to 208-387-5574.