Project Description: NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A CONTRACT WITHOUT ENGAGING IN A STANDARD PROCUREMENT PROCESS
This is NOT a request for competitive solicitation. This is a public notice for comment regarding a proposed procurement without engaging in a standard procurement process if it is determined that the following exist:
• there is only one source for the procurement item; or
• transitional costs are a significant consideration in selecting a procurement item; or
• the award of a contract is under circumstances, described in rules adopted by the applicable rulemaking authority, that make awarding the contract through a standard procurement process impractical and not in the best interest of the procurement unit.
The intent of this notice is to determine if there are any other interested and qualified suppliers that meet the requirements of this procurement.
For information regarding the specifics of this proposed procurement, please see the justification documentation attached within this notice.
If a party agrees that this proposed purchase is a valid sole source, NO ACTION IS REQUIRED.