Att_2-Sole_Source_Determination_Not_Exceeding_SAT_Redacted.pdf

Attachment 2 U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Sole Source Determination For actions above the micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding the SAT

Version 1.0 September 2016

Date: 02/07/2023 PR Number:

1. Nature and/or description of the item/service being procured and anticipated cost:

Covered boathouse lease/rental for the Air and Marine Operations (AMO) Bellingham Unit.

AMO Bellingham Unit, Washington requires a covered boat house able to accommodate a vessel with its motors for a total length of 42’’ feet and a draft of 22 inches. The covered boathouse will need a 12 foot wide and 12 foot clearance inside, with a minimum of 2 feet on 1 side in walking space around the vessel on the dock. The vessel will be bow in and/or bow out no special preference. A depth of 6 feet will be required to leave the facility and in acceleration.

The facility will be equipped with a city water supply for washing of the vessels, and one 110/ 220 volt 30amp service with single phase power supply for vessel shore power, with standard white overhead lighting. There is no requirement for a DC for a jump start or exhaust removal system. In addition, a primary person entry door will be located from the main dock, secured with a lock. No additional storage or lift required within the boathouse or security requirements below the surface of the water. All dock edges should be covered in non-marking rubber, “Rub Rail” to prevent damage and chafing, with 2 cleats on each side. All above stated measurements should account for and allow operations at lowest tide. The marina should be a 24 hour access marina secured via a pass code that prohibits unauthorized access to the marina proper. The marina will possess a fuel facility which offers unleaded fuel and boat ramp which are accessible 24 hours per day. The location of the marina must allow for a 10 minute response time by the Marine Interdiction Agents from the Bellingham, Washington facilities.

2. Sole Source Determination Rationale in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii).

(Check one and explain below):

____X___ Only one source reasonably available.

_________ Urgent and compelling circumstances exists.

_________ Exclusive licensing agreement exists.

_________ Brand name. If the brand name requirement applies to a portion of the procurement, please identify that portion.

_________ Industrial Mobilization _________ Other. Explain:

There are no covered boathouses within the Bellingham Marine’s unit area of responsibility (AOR) for rent or lease that can accommodate a vessel over 42 feet. This is based on historical market research that was conducted and current market research that was conducted for boathouse leases/rentals in the area. The boathouse lease/rental has a requirement for a space