Notice of Intent to award a sole source purchase order under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). The United States Department of Agriculture intends to contract with Air & Liquid Systems Corporation on a sole source basis for Steam Coils to support NBAF Facility Operations. The type of equipment specifically needed for this requirement cannot be changed without risk to facility operations.

Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. In doing so, interested sources must submit technical capabilities, pricing, and other information that demonstrates their ability to meet the Governments needs no later than response time provided. Detailed capabilities must be submitted to the noted point of contact via email only. This synopsis is not considered a request for bid/quote/proposal. No solicitation document is available and telephone requests for technical information will not be honored. No contract will be awarded on a basis of information received in response to this notice; but informtion will be used to determine if a comparable source is available and more advantageous to the Government.