1.5.1-JEFO_16.505_Exceeding_SAT_ITPMS Bridge (final)_Redacted.pdf

OFFICE OF ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT

ICE Acquisition Manual 3016.505-90

JUSTIFICATION FOR EXCEPTION TO FAIR OPPORTUNITY

EXCEEDING SAT: FAR 16.507-6 (d) (2)

4. Statutory Exception and rationale for its use:

Exception:

FAR Overhaul 16.507-6(b)(2). Only one awardee is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services ordered are unique or highly specialized.

Rationale:

ICE/OAQ intends to award an interim contract to the incumbent, Alpha Omega, to continue providing OCIO management with qualified, experienced personnel to perform PMO and IT Strategy and Governance service and support for the continued operations and maintenance of existing systems and services of the DHS ICE OCIO SDD IT portfolio components, working with I Program Teams (IPTs) and Program Managers (ITPMs). These services are critical for sustaining portfolio and program management support for mission-critical Level 2 and Level 3 programs within the OCIO portfolio, including Investigative Case Management, the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System, Investigative Analytics, Title III, the Center for Countering Human Trafficking, and the Homeland Security Investigations Forensic Lab. The interim contract will allow these systems to continue to process sensitive investigative data, manage complex case files, and directly support the enforcement of federal criminal and immigration laws. Without these services, the agency’s ability to maintain, enhance, and govern these systems would be severely compromised, leading to operational delays and increased risks to mission success. This bridge is vital to ensuring readiness, collaboration, and the successful adoption and use of systems across ICE programs.

The solicitation for the re-compete was originally scheduled for release in October 2025, it was delayed by 43 days due to the FY26 federal appropriations lapse from October 1 – November 12, 2025. , the Program Office has increased the scope of the requirement to support more offices due to the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, resulting in the development of new systems which will require additional PMO and IT Strategy and Governance services and support.

As such, additional time will be needed to finalize the requirements package and conduct a proper competition. The anticipated release date for the re-compete solicitation is 2026, and an anticipated award in July 2026.

The current Task Order, 70CTD020FR0000280, expires on March 29, 2026. Modification P00022 was on September 24, 2025, to extend the contract for a final six-months in accordance with FAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services.

JUSTIFICATION FOR EXCEPTION TO FAIR OPPORTUNITY

EXCEEDING SAT: FAR 16.507-6 (d) (2) adequate time to complete the re-compete process for Task Order 70CTD020FR0000280 and facilitate the two-month transition period to a new vendor.

The interim contract is being structured as a base with three option periods to allow for maximum flexibility and ensure there is not break in services

. The intent is to minimize the length of this sole-source action. As such, it is in the best interest of the Government to continue receiving PMO and IT Strategy and Governance services and support from Alpha Omega.

Determination by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

The resulting award will be a FFP Task Order (Interim Contract) awarded under the CIO-SP3 GWAC. Pricing will be determined to be fair and reasonable based on a comparison of the proposed price to the established CIO-SP3 rates, procurement history, and the Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE). The Contracting Officer will request additional discounts and may negotiate with the Contractor for a lower price.

Any other facts supporting the justification.

Not applicable.

A statement of the actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers that led to the exception to fair opportunity before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services is made.

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DHS intends to post this requirement on sam.gov pursuant to FAR FAR Overhaul 16.507-6(f)(1).

Publish a notice to the Government Point of Entry, and post the justification required by paragraph (d)(2) for a minimum of 30 days.

Technical/Requirements Personnel Certification.

Pursuant to FAR Overhaul 16.507-6(d)(2)(ix), I certify that this requirement meets the Government’s minimum need and that the supporting data, which form a basis for the justification, are accurate and complete.

Technical Representative/ Contrac ing Officer’s Representative

JUSTIFICATION FOR EXCEPTION TO FAIR OPPORTUNITY

EXCEEDING SAT: FAR 16.507-6 (d) (2)

10. Contracting Officer Certification

Pursuant to FAR Overhaul 16.507-6(d)(2)(viii), I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief and hereby determine that the circumstances for an exception to fair opportunity exist:

Contracting Officer

11. Approval.

Pursuant to FAR Overhaul 16.507-6(d)(2)(x), I determine and certify that the circumstance in paragraph (b)(2) applies to the order.

Competition Advocate