A02_Limited Source Justification FAR Part 8_SAP Learning HUB_Final_20AUG2024_Approved-redacted_Redacted.pdf
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This document is a Limited Source Justification under FAR Part 8 for the SAP Learning HUB, Professional Edition software renewal. The justification states that SAP Learning HUB is the only software that meets the government's requirements, as it provides comprehensive remote training with 24/7 access, and the courses are specifically tailored by SAP experts. The procurement is a brand name acquisition under FAR 8.405-6(b)(1) with SAP as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The applicable NAICS code is 513210 - Software Publisher. The U.S. Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Ground, on behalf of the U.S. Army Software Engineering Center's Army Shared Services Center, awarded a firm-fixed price call order under the DOD ESI BPA to Carahsoft Technology Corp for the SAP Learning HUB, Professional Edition software renewal. The contract is for a base year and four option years.
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and the effort to maintain this learning hub is performed by SAP employees only.
However, SAP does have authorized resellers under DoD ESI BPA’s as a passthrough to Government contracting.
(a.) The use of a brand name description in this acquisition is essential to the Government’s requirements as SAP software is the platform utilized for creation of our ERPs, thereby precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company. The online course offerings below are examples of what is solely provided by
SAP:
Learning Hub: This is an SAP library with materials that users can reference to upskill their knowledge of SAP best-in-class processes, run exercises, and get certified.
Learning Needs Analysis (LNA): This is a SAP-specific service that details role-based learning plans, which, because SAP understands the full breadth of course opportunities within our platforms, can provide the most robust and cost-effective learning plans.
Enable Now: Training development and support tool, equipped with SAP training that can be edited to reflect customizations. The system automatically updates standard materials, making maintenance more efficient.
SAP America Inc., 3999 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania 19073 is the only software manufacturer of SAP Learning Hub, Professional Edition that meets the governments’ requirements, as stated in paragraph 3 above. SAP Learning Hub is the only source capable of providing the required comprehensive remote training with 24/7 access.
(b.) Alternatives: No alternatives - SAP courses are specifically tailored by SAP experts who have created the software. SAP generated courses are the only 100% accurate guidance available in the industry.
. Without SAP licenses, (requirements stated in paragraph 3),
6. Efforts to Obtain Competition: The Contracting Officer shall publish the notices as required by FAR 5.201 and any quotes received will be considered.
a. Effective competition: This is a Brand Name requirement with SAP being the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Competition is limited to SAP authorized
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