Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Limitless Mining Solutions Mine LED Lighting with PA approved boxes
ID: CDC-24-88680Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFCENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTIONCDC OFFICE OF ACQUISITION SERVICESATLANTA, GA, 30333, USA

NAICS

Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132)

PSC

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR ELECTRIC LIGHTING FIXTURES (6210)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f4cb16e6aefe4eb0968fa3fac7673f77/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), intends to award a sole source contract to Limitless Mining Solutions for the procurement of a specialized mine LED lighting system. This lighting system is uniquely designed to meet the stringent electrical requirements set forth by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADep), making it essential for safe operations in underground coal mines. The urgency of this procurement is underscored by the fact that no alternative products meet the necessary safety regulations or operational efficiency standards. Interested parties may submit their capabilities or proposals to the CDC's contract specialist, Dean Burnett, via email at zvs8@cdc.gov by 2:00 PM EST on September 20, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dean Burnett
    zvs8@cdc.gov
    Files
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    A13 Sole Source justification_redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a justification for a sole source procurement by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for 480 meters of mine led lighting from Limitless Mining Solutions. The procurement aims to meet specific underground coal mine electrical requirements mandated by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADep). The document must meet Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) criteria, emphasizing urgency and exclusivity of the vendor due to the unique specifications of the required lighting system. Key justifications for this non-competitive action include the unique nature of the product, which is the sole system that complies with rigorous safety regulations for mining operations. Other lighting options, although available, do not satisfy the regulatory requirements or are less efficient in terms of operational costs due to higher power consumption. The Program Office has actively sought alternative vendors through internet research and participation in industry expos, confirming that Limitless Mining Solutions is the only source capable of meeting their needs. This document illustrates the procurement process within government contracts, emphasizing the importance of justifications for sole source acquisitions while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
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