007278 SMJ TROOP TOOL

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) intends to negotiate with only one source, for Dragonslayers, Premium Wildfire Tools, 8455 Treasure Rocks Road, Nehalem, Oregon 97131, for 100 count 007278 Dragonslayer Basic Temperate Forest Fire Kits (SKU: BWK-201), plus troop tool cover and Pulaski blade guard for each tool. This action is authorized by and in accordance with FAR 6.302.1.

The Government believes that the only responsible source capable of satisfying the agency¿s requirement is Dragonslayers, Premium Wildfire Tools. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. The estimated value of this acquisition is $67,500. 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(a)(1). The requirement is unrestricted and the NAICS code 333998 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 140L3726Q0010.

However, they must provide convicting 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 January 26th, 2025, 5pm Eastern to the effect that a comparable source exists, an order will be placed with Dragonslayers, Premium Wildfire Tools, for the requirement stated here. Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Contracting Officer, Casey Gean Boyd at cmboyd@blm.gov.