A08__SSJ_PRIMAVERA_P6_EPPM_v17.12,_Executed.docx

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION

FOR ACQUISITIONS UNDER $100K

Activity: The Department of Health and Human Services, IHS-DES, proposes to enter into a purchase order on a basis of other than full and open competition for the following acquisition as implemented by FAR 6.001(a) and FAR 13.501(a)(1)(i) – DEVIATION 2018-O0018.

1. Requisition #: IHS1382820

2. Description of Supplies or Services: Most recently, and in order to stay up-to-date with project management concepts, the Indian Health Service (IHS), Division of Engineering Services (DES), requires Primavera P6 EPPM v17.12 software and hosting, to include web-based Single Sign-on access to dynamic and responsive Project dashboards that provides valuable Project Management data for all assigned facility projects; and unlimited functional and technical helpdesk support and training. This service allows DES-Dallas/Seattle Engineers to properly manage Primavera P6 EPPM v17.12 software life cycle costs and supports the Tribes and Areas nationwide.

The current acquisition requests that DES-Dallas/Seattle Offices, (i.e., activated 1-year from date of award) be allowed for the Engineering staff to continue initialize and continue into the future with uninterrupted use of the research information contained within the Innovative Management Solutions, Inc. (IMS) program’s Single Sign-on website and Project Management tools.

3. Estimated Value of Procurement: $32,850.00 for 1-year.

4. Recommended Sources: Innovative Management Solutions, Inc. (IMS), 825 Waters Creek Blvd., Suite 235, Allen, TX 75013-3789; Vendor Primary Point of contact is Jeff Collins, CEO; telephone (469) 467-9221; Email: jcollins@ims-web.com.

5. Reason for Sole Source/Limited Sources/Expedited Processing:

[X] Only one source (unique capabilities) [X] Proprietary drawings, specifications, and/or engineering data, patents, copyrights.

[ ] Brand Name essential to the Government’s needs.

[ ] Standardization Program supported by Agency Head Determination and Findings (D&F).

[ ] Unusual and Compelling Urgency (limited sources) [ ] Authorized or required by statute

6. Briefly Explain: Primavera P6 EPPM v17.12 software and hosting is a web-based, Single Sign-on access, to a dynamic and responsive Project dashboard (i.e., proprietary in nature). This software provides valuable Project Management data for all assigned facility project(s) that includes unlimited functional plus technical helpdesk support as well as training only available through the contractor, Innovative Management Solutions, Inc., and found within their website. This information is based upon the following scenarios: web search; as well as email correspondence directly with the contractor, CEO – Jeff Collins – includes input via the DES-Dallas COR, Bruce Kemmet. The IMS website provides web-based Single Sign-on access to dynamic and responsive Project dashboards that provides valuable Project Management data for all assigned facility projects; and unlimited functional and technical helpdesk support and training. These services are available to six (6) DES-Dallas/Seattle Project Managers to manage design and construction ranging from multi-million dollar medical facilities to smaller residential facility projects. Additionally, more seats may be added, if required herein upon.

7. Point of Contact:

Bruce Kemmet DATE: 23 APR 2019 Bruce Kemmet, P.E.

Project Manager/COR Division of Engineering Services Office: 214-767-8368, Email: Bruce.Kemmet@ihs.gov

APPROVAL:

Robert S. Miller DATE: 11 June 2019 Robert S. Miller Contracting Officer