Z--KY-WOLF CRK NFH-PRED EXCLUSION REPAIR
Overview
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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 (Department of Interior) intends to issue a firm fixed-price, sole source award to Davis H. Elliot Construction for repair of the bird netting structure (predator exclusion) at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery (NFH) in Kentucky. This notice serves as an informational justification for a sole source procurement under FAR 6.302-2 and is not a request for competitive quotes.
Opportunity Details
- Purpose: Repair the existing bird netting structure at Wolf Creek NFH to ensure predator exclusion.
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price, Sole Source.
- Intended Contractor: Davis H. Elliot Construction.
- Product Service Code (PSC): Z2PZ - Repair Or Alteration Of Other Non Building Facilities.
- Agency: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, FWS, CONSTRUCTION A/E TEAM 2.
Justification for Sole Source
An attached "Single Source Justification (Under SAT)" form (FWS Form 3-0034) details the rationale for this non-competitive acquisition. Key elements of the justification include the description of need, market research conducted (or reasons for its omission), actions taken to find other sources, barriers to competition, the proposed contractor's qualifications, and the determination of fair and reasonable cost. This internal document confirms the government's intent to proceed with a single source.
Relevance to Bidders
This announcement is for informational purposes only and does not solicit competitive proposals. While not a competitive opportunity, understanding the justification provides insight into the specific circumstances driving this sole source award. Interested parties should note that the government has formally justified limiting competition for this requirement.
Timeline & Contact
- Published Date: February 9, 2026.
- Primary Contact: Rachel Williams, rachel_williams@fws.gov, 505-389-5972.