250307_PR15204858_Single Source Justification Under SAT_Language Package.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification form from the U.S. Department of State's Office of the Procurement Executive for the U.S. Embassy Reykjavik. The procurement is for Icelandic language instruction and supplementary learning materials for the 2025 Icelandic Language Program, with an estimated total value of $10,678, including options. The services required include two sets of 10-lesson in-person, on-site instructor-led Icelandic courses (beginner and intermediate levels), one set of 10-lesson one-on-one tutoring sessions for the Chief of Mission, and supplementary online Icelandic language materials.

The document justifies selecting Bara Tala as the sole source vendor, citing that they are the only company able to provide the comprehensive language resources the Embassy requires. The vendor can deliver high-quality instruction at specific times needed and is the only company offering integrated supplementary online Icelandic materials. The procurement is being conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold, with certifications from the Post Language Officer and Contracting Officer completed on March 7, 2025, affirming the accuracy of the information and the fairness of the anticipated costs.