Notice of Intent to Sole Source
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 2Albuquerque, NM, 871023498, USA

NAICS

General Automotive Repair (811111)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- GROUND EFFECT VEHICLES, MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAILERS, AND CYCLES (J023)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/03b16ed8ed944b5da65cceb6bcecf10f/view
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    Description

    The US Department of Agriculture's Forest Service intends to award a sole-source contract for specialized vehicle repairs. The procurement aims to repair fuel injectors, valve cover gaskets, and perform full engine services on a 2013 International 570 Maxxforce Engine in their water tender #7132, based in Susanville, California. The urgent repairs are critical during the fire season, requiring ASE-certified vendors like L&T Truck Repair for swift action. With a firm-fixed price contract, valued at an estimated cost of around $53,000, the USDA aims to have the vehicle fully operational as soon as possible.

    The use of a sole-source procurement is justified by the time-sensitive nature of the repairs, which are vital to the Forest Service's wildfire response capabilities. L&T Truck Repair's unique qualifications and expertise make them an essential choice for this mission. The contact for more information is Jose G Rivera, whose email is jose.rivera3@usda.gov, and the phone number is 956-475-1470.

    Point(s) of Contact
    RIVERA, JOSE G
    (956) 475-1470
    jose.rivera3@usda.gov
    Files
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    FAR 6 and 13.5 Justification and Approval NRE.docx
    Single Source Determination.docx
    The USDA Forest Service intends to award a sole-source contract to L&T Truck Repair, a certified and specialized vendor, for urgent repairs on water tender #7132. The work, crucial during the fire season, involves replacing fuel injectors, a valve cover gasket, and performing a full engine service on a 2013 International 570 Maxxforce Engine. With wildfire response being a top priority, the agency requires the vehicle to be swiftly repaired. The contract, worth an estimated cost of replacing six fuel injectors, one valve cover gasket, and labor costs, will be awarded as a firm-fixed price agreement. L&T Truck Repair's ASE certification and expertise make it a qualified and efficient choice for this time-sensitive mission. The USDA has justified the sole-source approach by highlighting the urgency and limited time frame, as well as the vendor's unique qualifications.
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