1CA2706_2_(JOFOC) - Redacted.pdf

This is a Class Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition document issued by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Public Buildings Service.

The justification authorizes GSA to acquire support and administrative workspace for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) on airport property without conducting full and open competition. TSA requires approximately 441 leased locations nationwide, averaging 3,000 square feet each, for office, break, training, and storage space. The statutory authority for this limited competition approach is 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1), which permits non-competitive procedures when property or services are available from only one responsible source. The justification cites Public Law 107-71 and the Aviation and Transportation Security Act, which established TSA's critical need for space located on airport property to support federal civil aviation security functions and screening operations. GSA will conduct market surveys as space needs arise and will publish notices pursuant to FAR 5.201 and GSAM 505.202, soliciting all available sources that can meet TSA requirements within the specified timeframe. Each contracting officer must determine in writing that the anticipated contract price is fair and reasonable. The document was prepared by David Jordoe, Analyst, Solutions Development Division, and approved by multiple GSA officials including Wendy Lieb, Samuel J. Morris III, Christopher Keuhnshan, Emily W. Murphy, and David L. Winstead between September and October 2006.