Notice of Intent to Purchase ABEM WalkTEM2
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFARM PRODUCTION AND CONSERVATION BUSINESS CENTER

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

PSC

RADAR EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5840)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/191a6caecf504e3f990262d430a26c89/view
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    The Department of Agriculture's Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) intends to award a sole source contract to Guideline Geo Americas Inc. for the procurement of specific geophysical equipment and software, including the ABEM WalkTEM2 systems and associated components. This procurement is essential for the USDA's operational needs, as the equipment will enhance their capabilities in measuring and controlling geophysical data. Interested parties who believe they can provide equivalent products are invited to submit capability statements by January 3, 2025, at 9:00 am Central Daylight Time (CDT), with submissions directed to Sandra Driver and Nancy W. Harris via email. This opportunity falls under the NAICS code 334519, and the government reserves the right to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on the responses received.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sandra Driver
    sandra.driver@usda.gov
    Nancy W. Harris
    nancy.harris@usda.gov
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    Notice of Intent to Sole Source.pdf
    The USDA's Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) announces its intention to award a sole source contract to Guideline Geo Americas Inc. for the procurement of specific geophysical equipment and software. The contract will include various items such as the WalkTEM 2 RX Advanced and TX-20 systems, active receiver coils, transmitter loops, ground-based TEM processing software, and onsite training, among others. This action is in accordance with Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) 13.5, indicating that only one responsible source can meet the agency's needs. While this is not a competitive solicitation, other parties believing they can provide equivalent products may submit capability statements via email by January 3, 2025. The North American Industry Classification for this acquisition is 334519, covering manufacturers of measuring and controlling devices. The government's decision to possibly forego competition rests solely with its discretion, with any submissions being relevant for future procurement considerations. The announcement emphasizes the non-solicitation nature, requiring written responses rather than oral communications.
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