56--Special Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award
Overview
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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 Communications Branch intends to award a firm fixed-price sole source contract to Calhoun Quarry, INC. for the provision and delivery of crushed aggregate stone (CA-6) to the Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge. This is a notice of intent, not a request for competitive quotes. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement must submit a statement of capabilities by June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to furnish and deliver aggregate stone (CA-6) via "tail gate spread" to specific locations within the Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge. This material is essential for surfacing needs at the refuge.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price, Sole Source
- Authority: FAR subpart 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii) (purchases not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold)
- Intended Awardee: Calhoun Quarry, INC. (Batchtown, Illinois)
- NAICS: 212312 (Crushed and Broken Limestone Mining and Quarrying)
- PSC: 5610 (Mineral Construction Materials, Bulk)
Justification for Sole Source
Market research indicates Calhoun Quarry has been the sole provider of crushed limestone to the refuge for over 20 years. This is primarily due to their unique proximity, accessibility, and consistent willingness to deliver to the specific refuge locations. Other potential sources are significantly further away, leading to higher delivery costs, or have historically shown no willingness to serve this area. The price of the quarried rock is publicly published and comparable, with substantial cost savings realized through Calhoun Quarry's advantageous delivery location. The justification has been certified by the Program Office and approved by the Contracting Officer under FAR Part 13.
Response Information
This synopsis does not constitute a solicitation. However, if any interested party believes they can meet the above requirement, they may submit a written statement of capabilities. This statement must contain clear and convincing evidence that competition for this requirement would be advantageous to the Government. Capability statements must be submitted by e-mail ONLY as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachment to carter_duke@fws.gov. No telephone requests or offers will be honored. Any costs associated with the preparation and submission of data are the sole responsibility of the respondent.
Key Dates
- Published: May 28, 2026
- Capability Statements Due: June 3, 2026, 2:00 PM ET