79--SPREADER FEEDERS

The Government intends to negotiate a commercial item (FAR Part 12) sole source procurement under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, with Chicago Dryer for Edge Maxx Spreader/Feeders for the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare Systems. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-15. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. A justification for other than full and open competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. The Government intends to award a firm-fixed price purchase order. The solicitation is to be issued on or about Sept 17, 2007, with offers due on or about Sept 19, 2007. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. NAICS #333312, Size Standard is 500 Employees.