--Patterson pumps, single stage horizontal split case centrifuge pump with mechanical seals.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, intends to negotiate, on a sole source basis, under authority of FAR 6.320-1, with Sherwood Logan and Associates of Annapolis, Maryland, for the acquisition of 2 (two) each patterson pumps #81PT60 12-A5 6X5MAA single stage horizonal split case centrifuge pump with mechanical seals. ODP motor, 100 HP/460/3 phase 3600 RPM Thermister, units to deliver 725GPM312'THD. Current pumps are Patterson pumps and need to be replaced with the exact same model p umps. The manufacturer, Patterson Pump Company of Toccoa, Georgia has identified Sherwood-Logan & Associates, Inc. as the local representative for the Washington, DC area. Information received in response to this notice will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The determination to not compete the propossed acquisition is within the discretion of the Government. No solicitation package will be issued. This notice of intent is not a request f or competitive quotations. However, responses received by June 22, 2007 will be considered by the Government.