R--SWAN - GWA Marine Nearshore Monitoring
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 National Park Service (NPS), specifically the Southwest Alaska Network (SWAN), intends to award a non-competitive purchase order to James L. Bodkin for Marine Nearshore Monitoring services. This effort supports the Gulf Watch Alaska (GWA) and SWAN long-term monitoring programs at Katmai National Park & Preserve. This is a justification notice, not a solicitation.
Scope of Work
The work involves continued Marine Nearshore Monitoring, which is crucial for the long-term monitoring programs of Gulf Watch Alaska (GWA) and the Southwest Alaska Network (SWAN) within Katmai National Park & Preserve.
Contract Details
- Type: Non-competitive Purchase Order (Justification)
- Intended Awardee: James L. Bodkin
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (non-competitive)
- Published: May 28, 2026
Justification for Non-Competition
Market research identified James L. Bodkin as the only responsible source capable of performing this work. The justification is based on his required long-term experience, site-specific expertise, and continuity with established monitoring protocols, which are essential for the program's success.
Additional Notes
This notice is issued in accordance with the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 5 publicizing requirements. It serves as a justification for a non-competitive award and is explicitly not a solicitation for proposals.