3.JOFOC_ALD_Nursing_Publication.pdf

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION

FOR ACQUISITIONS UNDER $100K

Activity: The Department of Health and Human Services, IHS, proposes to enter into a purchase order on a basis of other than full and open competition for the following acquisition as implemented by FAR Subpart 13.106.

1. PR#: __TBD__

2. Description of Supplies or Services:

The Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency produces nursing newsletters for nurses association, foundations and boards of nursing across the country direct mail to the nursing candidate’s homes . Due to this agency’s specialization in the Nursing Professional publication, this is a significant recruitment opportunity.

3. Estimated Value of Procurement:

$35,800.60

4. Recommended Sources:

Arthur L. Davis Publishing Agency.

5. Reason for Sole Source/Limited Sources/Expedited Processing:

[X] Only one source (unique capabilities) [ ] Proprietary drawings, specifications, and/or engineering data, patents, copyrights.

[ ] Brand Name essential to the Government’s needs.

[ ] Standardization Program supported by Agency Head Determination and Findings (D&F).

[ ] Unusual and Compelling Urgency (limited sources) [ ] Authorized or required by statute

6. Briefly Explain:

7. Impact to the Government if not awarded in accordance with the above:

There will be a lost in the opportunity to recruit for nursing professionals for all of IHS. Presently, the nursing vacancy rate is at a critical rate strateg in recruitment .

8. Program Office Certification:

This is to certify that the portions of this justification that have been developed by the undersigned program office personnel, including supporting information and/or data verifying the Government’s minimum needs, schedule requirements and other rationale for other than full and open competition, are accurate and complete.

Official Name Signature Date