RECOVERY Diving Masks And Communication System

RECOVERY - This procurement is being funded via the American Recovery and Reinvention Act of 2009 (ARRA). This notice is for information purposes only.The Bureau of Reclamation, PN Dive Team, Boise ID, has a requirement for diving masks with communication systems. Reclamation seeks to contract on a sole source basis with Ocean Technology Systems, 3133 West Harvard Street, Santa Ana, CA. 92704.The authority for use of other than full and open competition for this transaction is implemented by FAR 6.302(2)(1). The subject items are identical to the other scuba gear that the PN Region Dive Team uses. Procurement of a different brand of gear from a different manufacturer would necessitate the replacement of all existing Dive Team gear to ensure compatibility and require additional training costs in order to accomplish the same objectives. In addition to gear compatibility, gear uniformity is critical for diver safety in the conditions that the Dive Team is required to work in. Specifically, divers often dive in zero visibility conditions requiring an intimate knowledge of their dive partner's gear configuration should an emergency arise. Mixing gear among team members is unacceptable; and in some situations, could prove deadly. The Government believes that only one responsible source can provide the equipment listed above that will satisfy the agency's need. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Inquiries will be accepted by electronic mail to David Thomsett, [email protected] no later than close of business July 26, 2010. Please be advised that the Awardee will be subject to Section 1512(c) of the Recovery Act, which requires that each contractor report on its Recovery Act funds under the awarded contract. These reports will be made available to the public. Bureau Project Identification Number 13.00 TAS::14 0681::TAS