Small Business Event-Government Contracting Workshop (MIHE)
Added: Apr 27, 2012 12:05 pm
MINORITY INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION& MINORITY-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSGovernment Contracting WorkshopABOUT THIS WORKSHOPThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of the Secretary (OS), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) provides information for organizations interested in doing business with the Federal Government. A series of government contracting (govcon) workshops are being held in a variety of locations throughout the United States to provide information to Minority Institutions of Higher Education (MIHE) staff and Minority Owned Small Business (MOSB) representatives to 1) become familiar with processes and procedures associated with federal government contracting; and 2) to identify and pursue contract opportunities with HHS. The objective of these workshops is to engage, equip and inform the MIHE and MOSB participants of the federal procurement process so that they become more effective in pursuing contracting opportunities at HHS.COST: FREEWORKSHOP DATE & LOCATIONMay 15-16, 2012 Bellingham Public Library, Fairhaven Branch AuditoriumADDITIONAL INFORMATION/REGISTRATIONFor more information and to register, visit http://fedgovconworkshops.com/bellingham-wa-workshop/. For businesses, there is a limit of 2 representatives per company per workshop. Please note that the total registration is limited to 120 people. If you register and cannot attend, please cancel your registration as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can participate.If you have questions regarding the event, please contact us at fedgovconworkshops@d2dinc.com. AGENDAThe synopsis of the agenda is below. The full agenda is available on the website.Day One•Introduction to Government Contracting•Understanding Procurement Methods•The Government's Internal Process•Small Business Classifications & Certification Programs•Guest Speaker•Other Business Opportunities•Marketing to the Government & HHSDay Two•Introduction to FAR and Compliance Issues•Contract Pricing & Cost Proposals•Guest Speaker•Technical ProposalsWHO SHOULD ATTEND?MOSBs and MIHEs that are interested in pursuing government contracts or who have initiated the process, but have not yet been successful should attend a workshop. This includes business owners, MIHE faculty and staff.I work for a MIHE. Why Should I Attend?In this economy, Institutions need additional sources of funding. The Federal Government is an excellent resource to fund and get grants for research projects. MIHE faculty and staff should attend a workshop so they understand the government contracting environment and have the tools necessary to navigate the government processes.This is a Two-Day Event. I'm a Teacher and Can't Afford to Miss Classes.We understand that class schedules may overlap with the workshop schedule. There is no requirement to attend the entire workshop. Come to the session(s) that are convenient for your schedule.I already know the basics of government contracting. How will this workshop help me?You may be familiar with the basics; however this workshop will delve deeper. You will also gain insight about the proposal development process, which will position you to submit compliant proposals.
HHSOSDBU_MIHE-002 Department of Health and Human Services Immediate Office of the Secretary
Special Notice 1/1
4/27/12, 12:05 PM U099--Camp Chaparral Program / Yakama Indian Nation
PM Part 813.5 SAP for Certain Commercial Items Page 1 of 9
Original Date: 08/30/17
Revision 02 Date: 08/04/2020
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION UNDER SIMPLIFIED PROCEDURES FOR CERTAIN COMMERCIAL ITEMS IN ACCORDANCE WITH FAR 13.5
Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C260-23-AP-1929
Contracting Activity:
Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 20, Department of Veterans Affairs, 1601 East Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver WA 98661. Requestor: Megan Crowley (V20), Executive Assistant to the Network Director, T: 360-619-5934, E: Megan.Crowley@va.gov
Transaction: 496-23-4-440-0064 Funded: $71,677.00 Value: $358,385.00
Nature and/or Description of the Action Being Processed:
This justification and approval is for a firm-fixed price contract for American Indian Cultural Sensitivity Training (Camp Chaparral) specific to aspects of American Indian culture, traditions, habits and how these can affect clinical outcomes. Annual training builds understanding and custom awareness which VA staff can apply to a therapeutic alliance for Indian Veterans who are seeking services within VA.
Description of Supplies/Services Required to Meet the Agency s Needs:
Camp costs are for 60 participants (VA employees) is $71,677.00, (approximately $1,194.62 per person) to attend an all-inclusive, week long training event. All professional fees, tuition, lodging, and meals for the camp program are included in the flat rate. Camp will be scheduled the third week of August for the life of this contract.
Statutory Authority Permitting Restricted Competition:Â
FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items. The statutory authority for applying the Simplified Procedures for Commercial Items of FAR 13.5 is 41 U.S.C. § 1901 and is implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b)(2) for restricting competition on this procurement.  Competition is restricted on this procurement for the reason below:
       (X) Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements
       ( ) Unusual and Compelling Urgency
       ( )  Industrial Mobilization, Engineering, Developmental or Research Capability or Expert Services
       ( ) International Agreement
       ( ) Authorized or Required by Statute
       ( ) National Security
       ( ) Public Interest
Demonstration that the Contractor s Unique Qualifications or Nature of the Acquisition Requires the Use of the Authority Cited Above (applicability of authority):
Only One Responsible Source (FAR 6.302-1) The Confederated Tribes of the Yakama Nation is a
tribal organization, as defined in 25 U.S.C. 450 (b) (c) [1] with unique training facilities. Camp Chaparral is located on the Tribe s sacred ground on the reservation of the Yakama Nation in Washington State.This training is hosted by the people of the Yakama Nation, however, Camp Chaparrel staff is representative of several Tribes through the northwest and United States.
Description of Efforts Made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as deemed practicable:
Due to the unique nature of training; location and mix of Tribal involment is unlike any other within the United States.
Determination by the CO that the Anticipated Cost to the Government will be Fair and Reasonable:
Costs are fair and reasonable compared to similar services in the area. VISN 20 is sending 60 participants for an all inclusive rate (food, lodging, training materials, speakers and instructors) of $1,194.62 per person. In 2016, contract VA260-16-P-1944 was Awarded IAW FAR 6.302-1, with a 5-year value of $246,340.00. There was no annual increase for VA260-16-P-1944 and the individual all inclusive cost per participant was approximately $821.14. In 6 years costs have increased by 37%, which is slightly over 3% annually. An increase of 3% annually is half of the current (January 2023) Consumer Price Index (CPI) of 6.5% for similar services.
Description of the Market Research Conducted and the Results, or a Statement of the Reasons Market Research Was Not Conducted:
Due to the nature of the requirement, limited market research was required.
Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other than Full and Open Competition:
The Indian Self Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975 (Public Law 93 638) authorized the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, and some other government agencies to enter into contracts with, and make grants directly to, federally recognized Indian tribes. IAW authority granted through the Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, it was determined a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition was not required as Tribal Government is recognized as an extension of US Government.
VA Policy on Tribal Consultation dated February 4, 2011, states that VA will seek to enhance positive government to government relations between VA and all federal recognized Indian tribes and to establish meaningful consultation procedures to develop, improve and maintain partnerships with American Indian and Alaska Native tribes. Camp Chaparral program is a best practice of this partnership within VHA across the country, which has been occurring since 1992 within VISN20. Also, VHA Handbook 8603 dated February 20, 2015, paragraph 6 (b), maintain positive relations with Tribal Governments to ensure VA enters into productive partnerships with tribes, which helps both entities to better serve Veterans.
Listing of Sources that Expressed, in Writing, an Interest in the Acquisition:
N/A
A Statement of the Actions, if any, the Agency May Take to Remove or Overcome any Barriers to Competition before Making subsequent acquisitions for the supplies or services required:
No actions are planned at this time as this requirement is so unique to American Indian tribes located in the Pacific Northwest. The award is made to one tribe, however, multiple Indian tribes are involved in the training as they understand the importance and uniqueness for enhancing Native American Veteran care.
Requirements Certification: I certify that the requirement outlined in this justification is a Bona Fide Need of the Department of Veterans Affairs and that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Megan Crowley
Executive Assistant to the Network Director
VISN 20
3/10/2023
Approvals in accordance with the VHAPM Part 806.3 OFOC SOP:
Contracting Officer or Designee s Certification (required): I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
______________________ _____________________
Jared Zinsmeister Date
Contracting Officer
One Level Above the Contracting Officer (Required over SAT but not exceeding $700K): I certify the justification meets requirements for other than full and open competition.
_____________________________ ________________________
Peggy Corcoran Date
Chief, Division 1
NCO 20
JOFOC LOG Number: 2023-03-14T13:16:47 Awarded contract 36C26023P0347 to CONFEDERATED TRIBES AND BANDS OF THE YAKAMA NATION, THE for 71677.00000000 on 2023-04-18.
36C26023P0347 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 20
Limited / Sole Source Justification 1/1
4/18/23, 11:52 AM FY17 Wana Pa Koot Koot Technical Services
Added: Jan 19, 2017 3:35 pm
Synopsis: This is a special notice prepared in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.2 "Synopses of Proposed Contract Actions."US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District intends to negotiate/award a sole-source contract with the Nez Perce Tribe.USACE and Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) are jointly responsible for compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act under the terms of the 2009 Systemwide Programmatic Agreement for the management of Historic Properties affected by operation and maintenance of the Federal Columbia River Power System (FCRPS). The FCRPS Cultural Resource Program works closely with interested and affected Tribes, State Historic Preservation Offices, and other Agencies for cultural resource management in compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. The Wana Pa Koot Koot (WPKK) Cooperating Group carries out cultural federal resources compliance activities as part of FCRPS.This acquisition is for the contribution of traditional knowledge from the Nez Perce Tribe in support of the FCRPS WPKK Cooperating Group workshops and site visits under the authority of the National Historic Preservation Act, 16.U.S.C. 407. The services are for the remaining Fiscal Year 2017.The statutory authority for this non-competitive acquisition is 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1 and DFARS 206.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other services will satisfy agency requirements. The Nez Perce Tribe is the only known source authorized to represent and speak on behalf of the Nez Perce Tribe and provide their opinion/knowledge on WPKK Cooperating Group deliverables.A SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE POSTED. The Government intends to proceed with this sole source action. The NAICS code is 921150 - American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal Governments. There is no size standard for this NAICS code defined by the U.S. Small Business Administration.THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS OR QUOTATIONS. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement to the contracting officer before the notice end date. If no affirmative written responses are received by 02:00 PM local time on 03 February 2017, an award will be made without further notice. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed requirement is solely within the discretion of the Government. Electronic responses and questions shall be submitted via email to Brooke.L.Patterson@usace.army.mil. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is not responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.Point of Contact for small business questions or assistance is the Portland District Small Business SpecialistCarol McIntyre Direct: 503-808-4602 Email: carol.a.mcintyre@usace.army.mil
W9127N-17-R-0046 Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District Portland
Award Notice 1/1
1/19/17, 3:35 PM