F--Saguaro National Park Mule Packing Contract
ID: 140P1525Q0060Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEIMR ARIZONA(12400)FLAGSTAFF, AZ, 86001, USA

NAICS

All Other Support Activities for Transportation (488999)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER (F099)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b2729f54faa3448da6589dab6555b7f5/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the National Park Service, intends to award a sole source contract for mule packing services at Saguaro National Park in Arizona. This procurement aims to secure specialized mule packing services essential for park operations, leveraging the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b) for a non-competitive acquisition. The services are critical for the management and conservation of natural resources within the park. Interested firms that believe they can fulfill these requirements are encouraged to contact Contract Specialist Lindsay McLaughlin at lindsay_mclaughlin@nps.gov or by phone at 719-470-8678 for further details, as no solicitation document will be issued.

    Point(s) of Contact
    McLaughlin, Lindsay
    (719) 470-8678
    lindsay_mclaughlin@nps.gov
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