F--BLM-ID Wood-Strand Erosion Control Mulch

BLM-ID Wood-Strand Erosion Control Mulch NOTICE OF INTENT This is a Notice of Intent and not a Request for Quotes Note: Funds for this action are not presently available The Department of the Interior US Wildland Fire Service (DOI USWFS) intends to negotiate with only one source, Wilcox Logging, Inc., 610 E 9000 S, Rexburg, Idaho, 83440-4682 for the purpose of fortifying and stabilizing the area affected by the burn scar left behind after the Big Rock Fire. This action is authorized and in accordance with FAR 6.103-2 Unusual and Compelling Urgency. The Government believes that the only responsible source capable of satisfying the agency's requirement in the time required is Wilcox Logging, Inc. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition and is available upon request. The estimated value of this acquisition is less than $61,000. No Request for Quotation (RFQ) will be issued, and no response will be made to letters or telephone requests for a copy of the solicitation. This is not a request for competitive quotes but serves as a procurement notice to fulfill public posting requirements in accordance with FAR 5.101(c). The requirement is set aside for small business, and the NAICS code 115310 applies. Responsible firms believing they can provide the required items are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the Contracting Officer referencing action item 140DWF27Q0001, however, they must provide convincing evidence that they can furnish the requested items at a cost that will not exceed the total estimated transaction cost. All responses will be fully considered. If no affirmative responses are received by October 26, 2026, to the effect that a comparable source exists, an order will be placed with Wilcox Logging, Inc. for the requirement stated here. Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Patrick Frost at [email protected].