NOTICE OF INTENT TO NEGOTIATE A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT WITH PACIFIC STATES MARINE FISHERIES COMMISSION (PSMFC). Notice of intent to negotiate a sole source contract with the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC). Purpose of proposed contract is to manage the NMFS Region Form including developing agenda for meetings and related tasks. Contractor will also represent NMFS in all activities of the Columbia Basin Fish & Wildlife Authority (CBFWA). The PSMFC is an interstate fisheries commission created by Congressional Compact to coordinate interstate and federal fisheries activities. PSMFC has provided assistance to NMFS and State fisheries agencies to promote better utilization of fisheries, marine, shell and anadromous, and to develop a joint program of protection of physical waste of such fisheries in all areas of Pacific Ocean and adjacent waters. No other source known with PSMFC's expertise and knowledge of fisheries management issues, especially with issues related to the CBFWA. Sources with similar qualifications/experience may contact Randall Brown at 206-526-6226 or fax 206-526-6025 with any questions concerning this action. This is a simplified acquisition with an estimated value of less than $100,000.

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