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VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 1 of 2 Original Date: 08/30/17 Revision 01 Eff Date: 04/23/2018

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT ($250K)

Acquisition Plan Action ID:

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 21 for the

Citrus Heights Vet Center,

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount:

The Citrus Heights Vet Center has a continued need for pyscho-social counseling and psychology sessions to combat veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The proposed action is for a contractor in Grass Valley, CA to continue services under a new purchase order. The services will include pyscho-social counseling, psychology sessions, and marriage and family therapy. In accordance with FAR 13.106-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. The Agency will negotiate a one-year purchase order. The anticipated cost of this purchase order is indicated below:

Period of Performance (10/01/2019 – 09/30/2020):

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used:

The contractor has an established client base of veterans that continue to require counseling and therapy. Ongoing psychology treatment to dozens of long-term combat veterans is still needed.

Switching to a new contractor to provide these services could potentially be detrimental to the veterans if the transition provided a negative effect. No other qualified contractors have been identified by the Citrus Heights Vet Center within the area who can provide the required services.

However, offers will be solicited from potential sources when identified by the requiring activity.

4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted:

The services are for veterans who live in remote and rural areas not easily accessible to VA facilities and resources. The Citrus Heights Vet Center noted that other clinical social workers were found in the area. However, none of them possessed the experience needed with combat veterans and their families.

VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 2 of 2 Original Date: 08/30/17 Revision 01 Eff Date: 04/23/2018

5. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.