4. JustificationFAR 13.1 1 - Teel Tech Training Passport_signed1.pdf

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JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION PROCEDURES (SAP) FAR 13.106-1(b)

SOLICITATIONS MAY BE LIMITED TO ONE SOURCE ONLY IF THE CONTRACTING OFFICER DETERMINES THAT ONLY ONE SOURCE IS REASONABLY AVAILABLE. THIS DETERMINATION MUST BE SUPPORTED WITH FULL JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE FROM THE CUSTOMER. WHEN THE CUSTOMER DESCRIBES AN ITEM WITH A PURCHASE DESCRIPTION WHICH LIMITS THE AVAILABILITY TO ONE SOURCE, THE JUSTIFICATION MUST EXPLAIN WHY THE ITEM IS THE ONLY ONE THAT WILL MEET THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENT. STATEMENTS SUCH AS "ONLY KNOWN SOURCE" OR "ONLY SOURCE WHICH CAN MEET THE REQUIRED DELIVERY DATE" ARE INADEQUATE TO SUPPORT A SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE. Do not use marketing language in this document. Language such as “This company has made its mark,” “This company is recognized as industry’s best,” and “This company is the leader in…” is unacceptable.

PURCHASE REQUEST OR REQUISITION

NUMBER

70098PR250006519

PROJECT/TASK

NUMBER

ESTIMATED AMOUNT (Over Micro- Purchase Threshold, but up to the SAT) 35,500

CITE AUTHORITY & JUSTIFICATION TYPE – READ FAR 6.302 TO DETERMINE APPROPRIATE TYPE

10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(1) ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE SOURCE AND NO OTHER SUPPLIES OR SERVICES WILL SATISFY

AGENCY REQUIREMENTS.

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(2) UNUSUAL AND COMPELLING URGENCY

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(3) INDUSTRIAL MOBILIZATION; ENGINEERING, DEVELOPMENTAL, OR RESEARCH CAPABILITY; OR

EXPERT SERVICES

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(4) INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENT

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(5) AUTHORIZED OR REQUIRED BY STATUTE – MUST PROVIDE IT

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(6) NATIONAL SECURITY

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(7) PUBLIC INTEREST [SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY NEEDS TO APPROVE THIS DOC]

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES OR SERVICES REQUIRED, AND THE INTENDED USE.

Teel Technologies (Teel) is a commercial provider of comprehensive training curriculum that covers multiple aspects of digital forensics and digital forensic tools purchased by CG-7213 and used by CG digital forensics examiners (DFE). Teel offers a Training Passport Program wherein one passport includes 10 training credits that can be applied to any training within the Training Passport Program catalog. Purchase of a passport is a more efficient and cost-effective method for purchasing training, as the credits are priced at a discounted rate. Additionally, a passport allows CG-7213 to manage training under one program and credits can be issued to digital forensics examiners (DFE) to attend trainings specific to operational needs and certifications.

DOMEX Program Manager (CG-7213) will manage and distribute credits.

UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS THAT LIMIT AVAILABILITY TO ONLY ONE SOURCE, WITH THE REASON NO OTHER

SUPPLIES OR SERVICES CAN BE USED.

Teel is the creator and sole provider of training offered within the Training Passport Program. The training Passport Program catalog cover various aspects of digital forensics that are directly related to DFE examinations conducted in support of Coast Guard missions and priorities. Teel is the only identified company that aggregates into one program a wide range of advanced digital forensics trainings directly related to Coast Guard DFE examinations. This program offers a flexible and cost-effective structure to purchase trainings directly related to DFE work. Additionally, at least one training within the Passport Program leads to certification of a hardware device purchased by CG-7213 and used by DFE’s. Individually purchasing a large quantity of trainings from Teel would be prohibitive, as it would significantly increase the cost.

A DESCRIPTION OF EFFORTS MADE TO ENSURE THAT QUOTATIONS OR OFFERS ARE SOLICITED FROM AS MANY

POTENTIAL SOURCES AS PRACTICABLE (INCLUDE YOUR MARKET RESEARCH EFFORTS HERE).

CG-7213 and DFE’s have conducted open-source searches, attended the Norwood Cyber Crimes Conference and the Techno Digital Forensic Security Conference; polled other stated/local/federal agency DFEs as well as conducted site visits to other govt operated digital forensic laboratories; and reviewed commercial digital forensic websites. Additionally, CG-7213 and numerous DFE’s have worked with the vendor in the past and learned that Teel is the creator and the sole provider of training for this Passport Program.

REASON THAT SUGGESTED SOURCE IS THE ONLY SOURCE WHICH CAN PROVIDE THE SUPPLIES OR SERVICES.

Teel is the only company that aggregates training directly related to Coast Guard digital forensic examinations all under one pre-packaged program at a reduced cost. Teel is the author of training courses within the Training Passport Program and delivered by instructors approved by Teel. Teel does not allow third parties to provide or instruct classes offered in the Training Passport Program. Training specialties within the Training Passport Program align with emerging technology advancements to ensure that all training material, content, and curriculum are most up to date.

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EXPLAIN WHY AN ADEQUATE PURCHASE DESCRIPTION OR OTHER INFORMATION SUITABLE TO SOLICIT BY FULL

AND OPEN COMPETITION HAS NOT BEEN DEVELOPED OR ARE NOT AVAILABLE.

ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE SOURCE AND NO OTHER SUPPLIES OR SERVICES WILL SATISFY AGENCY

REQUIREMENTS.

PROVIDE A STATEMENT OF ACTIONS, IF ANY, THE GOVERNMENT MAY TAKE TO REMOVE OR OVERCOME ANY

BARRIERS TO COMPETITION BEFORE FUTURE ACQUISITIONS ARE REQUIRED.

There is no barrier to this request. However, USCG will continue to conduct market research in the marketplace to identify potential sources.

SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF CUSTOMER CODE

TELEPHONE

DATE

SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

CODE TELEPHONE

DATE