A16_-_Limited_Sources_Justification_Memorandum_DHCA_signed_1.pdf

United States Department of the Interior

FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Joint Administrative Operations Acquisition IT Operations

September 7, 2023

MEMORANDUM FOR RECORD

SUBJECT: Limited Source Justification

1. Contracting Agency: Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Joint Administrative Operations, Acquisition and Property Operations, Information Technology Services Acquisitions.

2. Description of Services: The USFWS is seeking approval for a new firm fixed price logical follow-on contract for wireless services. USFWS is in need of wireless services via Verizon Wireless to provide a minimum of 4G voice for smart phone /cell phones;

unlimited texting and data service for smart phones; data services for iPads, air-cards and MiFi's. There are currently 7,488 mobile devices. These devices include smart phones, basic phones, routers, tablets, cameras, modems, etc.

3. Authority Cited and Supporting Rationale: FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(C) – “In the interest of economy and efficiency, the new work is a logical follow-on to an original Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) order provided that the original order was placed in accordance with the applicable FSS ordering procedures. The original order or BPA must not have been previously issued under sole-source or limited- sources procedures.”

USFWS Division of IRTM is requesting approval for a follow-on contract with Cellco Partnership (DBA Verizon Wireless), General Services Contract (GSA) GS-35-0119P

– 47QTCA20S00B5. This vendor is the current provider of wireless services.

The USFWS, Division of Engineering Infrastructure initiated a competitive solicitation effort in 2018 in hopes of identifying and soliciting vendors capable of meeting the requirements for an Enterprise Wireless solution. A Technical Evaluation Panel comprised of members from FWS reviewed all the submissions and determined Verizon Wireless could meet the technical needs of the FWS. This was based on multiple criteria, including, but not limited to, FedRAMP authorization and certification. Verizon Wireless is the current provider of these services and a follow-on contract to Verizon Wireless is needed for continued wireless support. The FSSI-W contract ended in May 2023, and a 6--month extension, under authority 52.217-8 Option to Extend Service, was approved and is currently in place. The period of performance for the extension is May 2023, to November 2023. A follow-on contract is needed for an additional 4-months to allow time to set up a new solicitation package for a new contract.

4. Best Value Determination: This order represents the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative to meet the Government’s needs. Although GSA has already negotiated and determined fair and reasonable prices, additional discounts will be sought prior to placing the order.

5. Market Research: Based on contract history and market research conducted by EEIO Enterprise staff in multiple regions. It included internet searches and holding interagency meetings to confirm that Verizon Wireless' ability to continue to provide the required products or services, including their technical expertise, track record, and capacity meet all requirements needed to continue services without major impact.

6. Other Factors: A Scope of Work has been developed that describes the requirements of this request to be performed by Verizon Wireless.

7. Actions to Remove Barriers: The original award for this requirement was solicited on a competitive basis and awarded to Verizon Wireless under PO# 140F0918F0241.

The current contract is set to expire in November 2023 and a follow-on contract is needed for an additional 4-months to allow time to set up a new solicitation package for a new contract.

8. Technical/Requirements Certification:

I can certify that the supporting data under my cognizance which are included in the justification are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Name: Darika Cease Title: EIS Team Lead, Information Resources & Technology Management Signature:

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9. Contracting Officer Certification and Approval:

Based on the above justification, I hereby certify that the circumstances of this contract action deem only one source reasonably available and approve the use of limited-sources procedures pursuant to FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(C).

Name: Solmaz Salih Title: Supervisory Contract Specialist Signature:

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10. Approval by Chief of Contracting Office (>SAT) Based on the foregoing justification, I hereby approve this procurement.

Name: Kenneth Lund Title: Chief, IT Acquisitions Branch Signature:

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11. Approval by Senior Chief of Contracting Office (>$750k)

Based on the foregoing justification, I hereby approve this procurement.

Name: Alissa Varrati Title: Chief, Acquisition and Property Operations Signature:

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12. Approval by Head of Contracting Activity (>$750k) FAR 8.405-6(d)(2)

Based on the foregoing justification, I hereby approve this procurement.

Name: Brenna Chadwin Title: Head of the Contracting Activity (Acting) Signature:

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