AE 26 SSJ__Redacted.pdf

This is a Sole Source Justification form for the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) for a commercial acquisition covered under FAR Part 13. The contracting office is KX, with TSgt Ashton Smith serving as both the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer. The form is version 3.0 and was prepared by Matthew Clark (SOCNORTH J49 OCSIC) in November 2024.

The contract covers Arctic Edge 26 (AE26), which requires snowmachines, arctic oven tents, trailers, and other arctic equipment to support organizational operations in cold-weather and arctic environments. The service will provide essential equipment and logistical support with expert guidance for safe and effective operations in extreme cold. The justification for sole source award to Ft. Wainwright MWR is based on FAR 13.501(a), citing only one source reasonably available due to urgency and exclusive licensing agreements. The research conducted identified three possible vendors through internet searches, government contracts, and market research; however, two vendors confirmed via phone that they could not provide all necessary equipment, and one could only supply partial snow machine and additional equipment. Due to the urgency, quantity, complexity, and limited market in Alaska, SOCOM recommends sole source procurement to Ft. Wainwright MWR, which has historically received these awards. The form notes that market surveys will continue to assess future competition opportunities.