Notice of Intent to Sole Source -Engine Replacement

The United States Department of Agriculture- Forest Service (USDA-FS) intends to award a sole source order to Cal Pacific Truck Center for the replacement of an engine in one of their fire trucks. The vendor was chosen due to their extensive locations across California and the United States, which would provide warranty coverage and reduce repair and towing costs. The vehicle is currently disassembled at the vendor's shop, and it would be impracticable to have it reassembled and towed to other repair shops. The estimated value of this procurement is around $47,000. • The procurement is for the replacement of an engine in a fire truck. • The vendor must have locations across California and the United States to provide warranty coverage and reduce repair and towing costs. • The vehicle is currently disassembled at the vendor's shop. • The estimated value of this procurement is around $47,000. • The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 811198 - All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance. • System Award Management (SAM) registration is required for all vendors doing business with the USDA-FS.