W--MI-ALPENA FSHRS RESRC-DOCK SPACE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to MORRISH-WALLACE CONSTRUCTION, INC. for dock slip leasing services in Cheboygan, MI. This action is for the FWS Alpena FWCO and is not a request for competitive quotes.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for dedicated dock space to moor the 93-foot vessel M/V Spencer F Baird. The justification for this sole source award is based on the unique circumstances in Cheboygan, MI. While FWS has an agreement with USGS to use their facility, there is insufficient frontage to accommodate all vessels, including the M/V Baird, when in port. MORRISH-WALLACE CONSTRUCTION, INC. (operating as Ryba Marine) offers the only adequate dock space available in the area suitable for the vessel's size and has historically provided this service on an annual basis.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source)
- Intended Awardee: MORRISH-WALLACE CONSTRUCTION, INC. (Cheboygan, MI)
- NAICS: 488390 - Other Support Activities for Water Transportation (Size Standard: $47.00 Million)
- Product Service Code: W019 - Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Ships, Small Craft, Pontoons, And Floating Docks
- Response Due: February 22, 2026, 22:00 ET
- Published: February 13, 2026
Response Information
This notice does not constitute a solicitation. However, any interested party who believes they can meet this requirement may submit a statement of capabilities. The statement must be in writing and provide clear and convincing evidence that competition for this requirement would be advantageous to the Government. Costs associated with preparing and submitting data are the sole responsibility of the respondent.
Submission Details
Statements of capabilities must be submitted by email ONLY as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachment to keith_rose@fws.gov.