Justification and Approval.pdf

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL

FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

FAR 6.103-1(a) (GSA Class Deviation RFO 2025-06)

OCONUS LOGISTICS SUPPORT SERVICES

INDO-PACOM JAPAN

1. AGENCY AND CONTRACTING ACTIVITY:

General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) General Supplies and Services (GSS) 1800 F St NW Washington, DC 20405

2. NATURE AND/OR DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTION BEING APPROVED:

The statutory authority allowing other than full and open competition is Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.103-1(a) (GSA Class Deviation RFO 2025-06), Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

Current Contract: 47QSCC20D0012

Contractor:

SupplyCore LLC 303 Main Street Suite 800 Rockford, IL 61101

As further described below, the action being approved is for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) single award, sole source, Indefinite- Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract that is the follow-on bridge contract to IDIQ contract 47QSCC20D0012.

47QSCC20D0012 was awarded in September 2020, with a one-year base ordering period and four one-year optional ordering periods. The fourth optional ordering period end date was September 13, 2025. The contract includes clause 52.217-8 which allows for an additional contract extension of up to 6 months. This optional period of performance has been exercised, and so the current period of performance is now through March 13, 2026. There are no remaining optional periods of performance under this contract.

Under 47QSCC20D0012, SupplyCore LLC is required to provide a total supply chain solution from sourcing, procuring, warehousing, transporting or arranging for transportation and delivery to the customer in Japan. SupplyCore LLC is responsible for sourcing and delivering products within 3 business days after receipt of order. SupplyCore LLC is responsible for providing items that conform to warehousing, transporting or arranging for transportation and delivery to the customer in Japan identified in each delivery order (DO) that is placed under the IDIQ. SupplyCore LLC is currently performing this requirement under contract 47QSCC20D0012. As stated above, performance under this contract ends on March 13, 2026.

The specific tasks involved in the delivery of supply chain services, which would be required for six months with additional optional performance periods, include the following:

1) Procurement

● a. The procurement of commercially available items, including office supplies, janitorial and sanitation supplies and tools. The contractor shall be responsible for providing items that conform to the specifications of each National Stock Number (NSN). The actual list of products will be dynamic during the life of the contract with additions, modifications and deletions identified by the government that are within the scope of this solicitation. The contractor as well as the government will be allowed to suggest these types of changes, but approval rests with the government.

b. The contractor shall be responsible for sourcing all products so long as the products meet the following requirements:

• Pursuant to the provisions of the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act, production facilities of the NIB and NISH items marked as AbilityOne are mandatory sources, and the contractor must procure those items from AbilityOne distributors. Pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 8.3 (GSA Class Deviation RFO 2025-08), items marked as UNICOR are mandatory sources for the contractor and must procure those items from

UNICOR.

• All other items not identified as AbilityOne must be TAA compliant per Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 25.4 (GSA Class Deviation RFO 2025-25). A list of countries with Trade Agreements with the United States is located at:

https://ustr.gov/trade-agreements.

2) Transportation

a. Upon the receipt of the DO from GSA, within 3 business days the contractor will deliver all items to the destination identified in the DO. Attachment 1 - NSN List, identifies forecasted volumes in the INDO-PACOM Japan theatre.

b. The contractor must meet the installation security requirements listed as Security

Considerations in this solicitation.

c. The contractor will be responsible for fulfilling the DO generated by the GSA Order Management Services system (OMS). All proposals must show that the contractor is compliant with the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) requirements of GSA. Each DO will show the specific item, quantity, and delivery requirements for that order.

d. Consolidation of orders is allowed as long as the delivery time standard for all items in the shipment will be met. Additionally, consolidated shipments must only be consolidated supplier with unique capabilities in accordance with FAR 6.103-1(a) and FAR 6.103-1(b) (GSA Class Deviation RFO 2025-06).

5. SUPPORTING INFORMATION THAT THE CONTRACTOR’S UNIQUE

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRES THE USE OF ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE

SOURCE AUTHORITY:

SupplyCore LLC represents the sole responsible source currently capable of providing critical supply chain support for the INDO-PACOM Japan, Area of Responsibility (AOR) during the protest period.

With an established and comprehensive infrastructure spanning the Japan theatre, SupplyCore LLC possesses unparalleled institutional knowledge and operational capabilities that make them uniquely qualified to meet the complex logistical requirements of the U.S. military's regional supply chain.

The company's deep-rooted expertise is evident in its current full operational capability within the Japan AOR, maintaining a sophisticated supply network that encompasses approximately 739 National Stock Number (NSN) items, with nearly half sourced from mandatory suppliers like AbilityOne and UNICOR.

SupplyCore LLC has meticulously developed delivery logistics for hundreds of military and federal installations across the region, navigating the intricate challenges of cross-border supply management and demonstrating an exceptional understanding of location-specific delivery requirements.

SupplyCore’s logistical prowess extends beyond mere inventory management. The company has strategically positioned warehousing, established robust import/export capabilities, and developed comprehensive systems for managing overseas shipments while strictly adhering to MARAD regulations. This level of operational sophistication ensures seamless, uninterrupted supply chain support during the critical six-month bridge period, mitigating potential risks associated with contract protest.

The complexity of supporting military logistics in the Japan AOR cannot be overstated. SupplyCore LLC has proven its ability to immediately respond to increased governmental supply demands, maintaining a flexible and responsive supply chain that can adapt to rapidly changing operational needs.

Their preexisting infrastructure, combined with deep regional expertise, positions them as the only contractor capable of providing the specialized, comprehensive support required during this protest period.

By selecting SupplyCore LLC as the sole source, the Government can ensure continuous, reliable, and efficient supply chain management without disrupting critical military logistics. SupplyCore’s unique combination of regional knowledge, established infrastructure, and operational flexibility makes them the most appropriate and responsible choice for maintaining uninterrupted support to U.S. military operations in Japan.

6. DESCRIPTION OF EFFORTS MADE TO ENSURE THAT OFFERS ARE

SOLICITED FROM AS MANY SOURCES AS PRACTICABLE:

As mentioned, on January 21, 2026, the Government awarded a competed contract, under full and open competition for INDO-PACOM Japan procurement. The Government is currently addressing a protest regarding this new award.

12. APPROVALS

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION:

I hereby certify that any supporting data (e.g. verifying the Government’s minimum needs or scheduled requirements or other rationale for other than full and open competition), which form a basis for this justification, are complete and accurate.

Program Manager Office of Supply Chain Management (SCM) GSA FAS General Supplies and Services (GSS)

CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION:

By signing this justification the Contracting Officer certifies that the facts and statements made are accurate and complete.

Contracting Officer Special Contracting Branch B/Internal Acquisitions Branch (QSCBB) Special and Assisted Contracting Division (QSCB) Office of Contract Operations (QSC) GSA FAS Office of General Supplies & Services (GSS)

REVIEWS:

Branch Chief, Special Contracting Branch B (QSCBB) Special and Assisted Contracting Division (QSCB)

Operational Guidance Branch SME

Director, Special and Assisted Contracting Division (QSCB)

Assistant General Counsel

APPROVALS:

Competition Advocate

APPROVAL AUTHORITY CERTIFICATION

I, the approving authority, determine that the circumstances identified in this document are accurate; therefore, limiting competition under FAR 6.103-1(a) (GSA Class Deviation RFO 2025-06) is justified. The signature below also represents approval of this Justification and Approval.

I certify to the accuracy and completeness of this justification to the best of my knowledge.

Acting Contracting Executive (QSC) Delegated HCA Authority