20--Intent to Award Notice - Model 860-P Aqua-Life Fish Pump, Submersible Style.
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of the Interior, Office of Acquisition & Property Management, on behalf of the FWS Iron River National Fish Hatchery (NFH), WI, has issued an Intent to Award Sole Source contract to MAGIC VALLEY HELI-ARC & MFG. for a replacement Model 860-P Aqua-Life Fish Pump, Submersible Style. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. Interested parties believing they can meet the requirement must submit a Statement of Capabilities by July 2, 2026.
Purpose & Justification
This sole source award is justified under FAR 6.103-1 (only one responsible source) because the required Model 860-P Aqua-Life Fish Pump is proprietary and available exclusively through MAGIC VALLEY HELI-ARC & MFG. Using an alternate pump would necessitate costly modifications or replacement of existing compatible system components, leading to additional government expense and premature disposal of serviceable equipment.
Requirement Details
The requirement is for a replacement Model 860-P Aqua-Life Fish Pump, Submersible Style.
- NAICS Code: 333914 Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing
- Product Service Code (PSC): 2060 Commercial Fishing Equipment
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Award Firm Fixed-Price Sole Source
- Intended Awardee: MAGIC VALLEY HELI-ARC & MFG.
- Set-Aside: None
- Statement of Capabilities Due: July 2, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published Date: June 22, 2026
- Anticipated Award Date: July 7, 2026
Response Information
This synopsis does not constitute a solicitation. However, any interested party who believes they can meet this requirement may submit a Statement of Capabilities. This statement must be in writing and provide clear, convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Submissions must be sent by email ONLY as an Adobe PDF attachment to dana_arnold@ios.doi.gov. Costs associated with preparing and submitting responses are the sole responsibility of the respondent.
Contact: Dana Arnold, Contracting Officer, dana_arnold@ios.doi.gov.