Single Source Justification_19TH2026P1552.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification document for a simplified acquisition not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, submitted by the U.S. Department of State, Overseas Post U.S. Embassy Bangkok.

The contracting activity seeks to award a sole source contract to the American University Alumni (AUA) Language Center, located in Bangkok, Thailand, for supplies and services related to "Freedom 250: American Film Retrospective Screenings in Bangkok." The requirement involves providing full event support for eight film screenings (four screenings per day) in August 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., with capacity for up to 250 public attendees per screening. Services include professional organizing, logistics, promotion, management, film screening, stage setup, sound, lighting, equipment, and staffing. The vendor must provide the registration area setup, logistics management, and all audio-visual equipment, including a high-definition projector, Blu-ray player, laptop computer, and screen. Additionally, the vendor will handle event promotion and supply all film screening equipment.

The justification cites FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) as the authority for limiting competition to a single source. The contracting officer determined that AUA is uniquely positioned as the proposed contractor based on its deep institutional ties to both American and Thai communities, strengthening people-to-people connections central to the Freedom 250 initiative and reinforcing the U.S.-Thai relationship. The Embassy conducted a market survey that identified AUA as the only available non-cinema venue meeting the program's specific requirements and schedule dates. The proposed price includes pre-event setup, online and offline promotion leveraging AUA's six Bangkok branches, and promotional materials provided at no additional cost. The Contracting Officer made a determination that the anticipated cost is fair and reasonable to meet the program requirements.