99--Repair of Interpretive Displays at Valley of Fires Recreation Area

The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office intends to negotiate a sole-source award with Discovery Exhibits of Santa Fe, New Mexico for the repair of intepretive signs and display at the Valley of Fires Recreation Site in Carrizozo, New Mexico. Discovery Exhibits originally created the interpretive panels for the site and possesses original copyrights for the artwork. By the guidelines prescribed under FAR Part 6.302-1, this contracting office believes that Discovery Exhibits is the only one responsible source and that no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements at this time. The use of the firm's existing paint color pallette, designs, and artwork to repair the interpretive displays is cost effective and is in the best interest of the government. Any firm that believes they can satisfy the government requirement described herein must submit a written response containing at a minimum the firm's name, contact information, and strong supporting evidence thereof. Written response or inquiry on company letterhead must be received in this office by electronic mail or facsimile within 5 days of this announcement's transmission date. The NAICS code is 712120 with an associated small business size standard of $6M.