Att_2-Sole_Source_Determination_Not_Exceeding_SAT_Redact_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Sole Source Determination form for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for a software license renewal. The procurement is for Tecolote's Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) software, specifically a license renewal for seven users at a single site for the CBP Air and Marine Operations (AMO) division. The total contract value covers a base year and two option years, with the software being a critical tool for developing program lifecycle cost estimates.

The sole source justification is based on ACEIT being a brand-name, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) industry standard program uniquely offered through the original equipment manufacturer. CBP argues that if they were to re-develop or use an alternative service, it would require significant additional development, re-training, and incur extra costs. The pricing will be determined fair and reasonable through comparison with previous purchases and Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE). The anticipated performance period is from April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026, with potential option years extending through March 31, 2028.