42--Quick Release Buckle

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) intends to negotiate with only one source, Rock Gear Inc., 14865 20th Avenue, Box 1257, Blairmore, Alberta, Canada T0K 0E0 to acquire 3,600 each of the 1 inch Cobra Quick Release Adjustable Black Anodized Buckle with a quick release manufactured by AustriAlpin. This action is authorized by and in accordance with FAR 6.302-1. The Government believes that the only responsible source capable of satisfying the agency's requirement is Rock Gear Inc. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. The 1 inch Cobra Quick Release Adjustable Black Anodized Buckle with a quick release, can hold a strap width of 1.125 inch, has with a 2-finger safety release, and the tensile load capacity is 2,000 lbs. This buckle shall be used for attaching PG bags and reserve parachute the smokejumper's harness. Rock Gear Inc is the North American Distributor for AustriAlpin products. The estimated value of this simplified acquisition is less than $55,000.00. 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 requirements in accordance with FAR 5.101(a)(1). The requirement is unrestricted and the NAICS code 423910 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 RAQ074003. However, they must provide convincing evidence that they can furnish the requested items at a cost that will not exceed the total estimated transaction cost. All responses will be fully considered. If no affirmative responses are received by June 8, 2007 to the effect that a comparable source exists, an order will be placed with Rock Gear Inc. for the requirement stated here. Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Kathy Colson at 208-387-5545 or faxed to 208-387-5574.