Z--Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source for U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Haggards Excavating LLC of Neosho, MO. This contract is for the urgent repair of a well pump, motor, and associated well pipe, which is critical for preserving rainbow trout and mussel host species. The award is justified under FAR 6.103-2 (Unusual and Compelling Urgency). This is not a request for competitive quotes, but interested parties believing they can meet the requirement may submit a statement of capabilities.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the urgent repair of a well pump, motor, and associated well pipe. This critical infrastructure supports the early rearing of rainbow trout and mussel host species, making timely repair essential to their preservation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source (Firm Fixed-Price)
- Intended Awardee: Haggards Excavating LLC, Neosho, MO
- NAICS: 237110 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures ($45.0M)
- Authority: FAR 6.103-2 Unusual and Compelling Urgency
- Statement of Capabilities Due: April 28, 2026
- Published: April 14, 2026
Response Information
This notice does not constitute a solicitation. However, any interested party who believes they can fulfill the 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. Costs associated with preparing and submitting data are the sole responsibility of the respondent and will not be reimbursed.
Submission Details
Statements of capabilities shall be submitted by email ONLY as an Adobe PDF attachment to jeremy_riva@ios.doi.gov.