The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Water Resources Division, Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility (HIF) intends to make an award on a sole source basis to Hach Environmental in Loveland, CO to purchase water quality sensors and accessories. Hach Environmental is the manufacturer of the equipment and possess the technical knowledge and patents covering the intricate designs of the instruments and any accessory items associated with that instrument. In accordance with FAR 5.207, all responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. The Government intends to award this requirement noncompetitively IAW FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold of $100,000. The anticipated award date is on or about April 10, 2008. The NAICS code is 334513. There is no written solicitation for this proposal. See Numbered Note 22.

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