INTENT TO NEGOTIATE A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT. Notice of intent to negotiate a sole source contract with vendor to install fire protection, communication, and security system in Little Port Walter, Alaska. Contractor currently installing a security system and NOAA proposes to modify existing contract or issue a new order for additional security system/fire system at the Little Port Walter site. Site is at a remote location in Alaska with no road access. Access available only by boat or plane. Current contractor installing a security/fire protection system, most cost-effective to have contractor install second system to save mobilization and demobilization costs, as well as time and expense of another procurement. Questions concerning this action may be directed to Randall Brown at 206-526-6226. This is a simplified acquisition with an estimated value of less than $50,000.

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