J--Intent to Award Notice - Midwest Lake Management 140D0425Q0466
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AI-generated · Sep 11, 2025A retrofit of an electrofishing boat is required, utilizing the Infinity Control Box system and MLES-certified electrofishing boats. Midwest Lake Management, Inc. is the sole manufacturer and distributor of these components, so they are the only provider capable of completing the retrofit; the Infinity Control Box is proprietary, and using a different system would create compatibility problems with existing equipment. Therefore, the Contracting Officer intends to award a direct, sole-source contract to Midwest Lake Management, Inc. for these services.
Vendors with similar technical capabilities who can meet the requirement may contact the Contracting Officer to discuss qualifications or potential alternatives before the stated deadline.
The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has a requirement to retrofit an electrofishing boat. Midwest Lake Management, Inc. is the sole manufacturer and distributor of the Infinity Control Box and MLES certified electrofishing boats, so they are the only company that can complete the desired electrofishing boat. The Infinity Control Box system is proprietary so utilizing a different manufacturer will cause compatibility issues with existing equipment systems. Therefore, the CO intends to award directly to Midwest Lake Management, Inc. for these services. Vendors with similar technical expertise that provide the required services can contact the Contracting Officer at ericka_graham@ibc.doi.gov by September 16, 2025 at 12:00pm ET.
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