A16_Kito_Impact_3-0034_Single_Source_Justification_CO_1.pdf
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This is a Single Source Justification form (FWS Form 3-0034) submitted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for a procurement under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
The acquisition concerns the South Fallon Islands Invasive House Mouse Eradication Project, a learned professional services contract requiring a third-party review of project planning documents for the Fallon Islands National Wildlife Refuge. The objective is to identify potential data gaps and incorporate new information available since the 2019 Final Environmental Impact Statement to maximize the likelihood of successful mouse eradication. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has justified sole source procurement from Kilo Impact Foundation based on the unique qualifications of the proposed contractor, Gregg Howald. The justification documents that the field of rodent eradication is severely limited, with Howald possessing over 32 years of island restoration expertise, specialized technical training in ecotoxicology and rodenticides, and direct experience leading the independent review of the Gough Island house mouse eradication project in 2021. Howald has participated in invasive species eradication efforts across more than 75 islands in eleven countries and maintains a diverse technical background supporting complex conservation programs. The Contracting Officer (Chelsea DeVivo) approved the sole source acquisition procedures under FAR Part 13 on September 8, 2026, and the Program/Project Officer (Gerard McChesney) certified the justification as accurate on August 14, 2026. Section 6 regarding fair and reasonable cost determination was left as template language requiring completion.
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FWS Form 3-0034 (Rev. 10/2020) U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
1. Description of Need
3. Other Capable Sources
2. Market Research Conducted
Pursuant to FAR subpart 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii), for purchases not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT), Contracting Officers may solicit from only one source if the circumstances deem only one source is reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand name, or industrial mobilization).
Instructions: The information in the text boxes are provided as sample language or to indicate a needed fill-in. Sample language should be removed from the final document. All text boxes require information and shall not be left blank.
SINGLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION
(UNDER SAT)
JOINT ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS
Acquisitions Operations
4. Barriers to Competition
5. Contractor's Qualifications
6. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost
7. Recommendation and Certification by Program Office
Based on the above justification, I recommend this acquisition to be conducted using sole source acquisition procedures. I hereby certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Program / Project Officer
8. Contracting Officer Certification and Approval: Under SAT
Based on the above justification, I hereby certify and approve the use of sole source acquisition procedures under FAR Part 13 for this purchase.
Contracting Officer
Text3: The field of rodent eradication is very limited. Personnel at Kito Impact Foundation are regarded as uniquely qualified to perform this service. This project will be led by Gregg Howald, with over 32 years of island restoration expertise, with technical training in ecotoxicology, specifically with the rodenticides, and the anticoagulants including brodifacoum, the rodenticide chosen for the Farallon Island house mouse eradication project. He led the independent review of the Gough Island house mouse eradication project that was implemented in 2021.
Mr. Howald has been involved in the eradication of invasive species from more than 75 islands in eleven countries. With a diverse technical background grounded in ecotoxicology, his focus has evolved to include conservation diplomacy and moving complex programs forward based on local values and regulatory requirements. He helps lead engagement processes to inform values-based decisions including regulatory compliance processes and rightsholder engagement. He has developed a network of global partners from government agencies, private industry, NGOs, academic institutions, and local communities, and currently works on building networks of multilateral and transboundary public-private partnerships to bring industry, government, scientists, and NGOs together under national and international policy frameworks that are focused on restoration. All with a goal to increase the scale, scope, and pace of the eradication of invasive species from insular ecosystems.
Kito Impact's network of vetted subject matter experts ensures that every facet of the Farallon plan—from aerial bait application precision to non-target mitigation—will be reviewed by a specialist in that exact discipline.
Text2: The field of rodent eradication is very limited. Personnel at Kito Impact Foundation are regarded as uniquely qualified to perform this service. This project will be led by Gregg Howald, with over 32 years of island restoration expertise, with technical training in ecotoxicology, specifically with the rodenticides, and the anticoagulants including brodifacoum, the rodenticide chosen for the Farallon Island house mouse eradication project. He led the independent review of the Gough Island house mouse eradication project that was implemented in 2021.
Gregg has been involved in the eradication of invasive species from more than 75 islands in eleven countries. With a diverse technical background grounded in ecotoxicology, his focus has evolved to include conservation diplomacy and moving complex programs forward based on local values and regulatory requirements. He helps lead engagement processes to inform values-based decisions including regulatory compliance processes and rightsholder engagement. He has developed a network of global partners from government agencies, private industry, NGOs, academic institutions, and local communities, and currently works on building networks of multilateral and transboundary public-private partnerships to bring industry, government, scientists, and NGOs together under national and international policy frameworks that are focused on restoration. All with a goal to increase the scale, scope, and pace of the eradication of invasive species from insular ecosystems.
Kito Impact's network of vetted subject matter experts ensures that every facet of the Farallon plan—from aerial bait application precision to non-target mitigation—will be reviewed by a specialist in that exact discipline.
| Text1: The South Farallon Islands Invasive House Mouse Eradication Project aims to eradicate the invasive house mouse from the Farallon Islands National Wildlife Refuge (FINWR). This is a learned professional services contract to provide a third-party review of project Planning documents to identify potential data gaps and potential need for incorporation of new information that has become available since the release of the Final Environmental Impact Statement (2019), with the goal of providing maximum chance of mouse eradication success. |
| Text4: The field of rodent eradication is very limited. Personnel at Kito Impact Foundation are regarded as uniquely qualified to perform this service. This project will be led by Gregg Howald, with over 32 years of island restoration expertise, with technical training in ecotoxicology, specifically with the rodenticides, and the anticoagulants including brodifacoum, the rodenticide chosen for the Farallon Island house mouse eradication project. He led the independent review of the Gough Island house mouse eradication project that was implemented in 2021. |
Mr. Howald has been involved in the eradication of invasive species from more than 75 islands in eleven countries. With a diverse technical background grounded in ecotoxicology, his focus has evolved to include conservation diplomacy and moving complex programs forward based on local values and regulatory requirements. He helps lead engagement processes to inform values-based decisions including regulatory compliance processes and rightsholder engagement. He has developed a network of global partners from government agencies, private industry, NGOs, academic institutions, and local communities, and currently works on building networks of multilateral and transboundary public-private partnerships to bring industry, government, scientists, and NGOs together under national and international policy frameworks that are focused on restoration. All with a goal to increase the scale, scope, and pace of the eradication of invasive species from insular ecosystems.
Kito Impact's network of vetted subject matter experts ensures that every facet of the Farallon plan—from aerial bait application precision to non-target mitigation—will be reviewed by a specialist in that exact discipline.
| Text6: (Include a statement by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost will be considered fair and reasonable and provide the basis used for this determination. Examples may include the results of the restricted competition, comparison of proposed costs/prices with costs/prices for similar supplies or services, commercial price lists, prior acquisition history, etc.) | |
| 2026-08-14T15:25:02-0700 | |
| GERARD MCCHESNEY |
| 2026-09-08T09:46:24-0500 | |
| CHELSEA DEVIVO |
Text5: This project will be led by Gregg Howald, with over 32 years of island restoration expertise, with technical training in ecotoxicology, specifically with the rodenticides, and the anticoagulants including brodifacoum, the rodenticide chosen for the Farallon Island house mouse eradication project. He led the independent review of the Gough Island house mouse eradication project that was implemented in 2021.
Mr. Howald has been involved in the eradication of invasive species from more than 75 islands in eleven countries. With a diverse technical background grounded in ecotoxicology, his focus has evolved to include conservation diplomacy and moving complex programs forward based on local values and regulatory requirements. He helps lead engagement processes to inform values-based decisions including regulatory compliance processes and rightsholder engagement. He has developed a network of global partners from government agencies, private industry, NGOs, academic institutions, and local communities, and currently works on building networks of multilateral and transboundary public-private partnerships to bring industry, government, scientists, and NGOs together under national and international policy frameworks that are focused on restoration. All with a goal to increase the scale, scope, and pace of the eradication of invasive species from insular ecosystems.
Kito Impact's network of vetted subject matter experts ensures that every facet of the Farallon plan—from aerial bait application precision to non-target mitigation—will be reviewed by a specialist in that exact discipline.
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