AZ BL COLO 7528(1) Burro Creek Road JOFOC_Redacted.pdf
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This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) document issued by the Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Central Federal Lands Highway Division in Lakewood, Colorado.
The FHWA seeks to procure a specialized project seed mix for revegetation of disturbed soil in the agency's project area. The seed mix includes eight native plant species: Ambrosia dumosa (Burrobush), Baileya multiradiata (Desert Marigold), Larrea tridentata (Creosote Bush), Parkinsonia microphylla (Foothill Palo Verde), Senegalia greggii (Catclaw Acacia), Sphaeralcea ambigua (Apricot Mallow), and Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush). The specific percentages of seed species per mix and pure live seed application rates vary based on multiple variables including seed availability and germination rates. The justification identifies thirteen primary seed vendors and provides an extensive list of additional qualified suppliers with websites. The estimated contract value is redacted in the document. The FHWA asserts that FAR 6.302-1 authority permits other than full and open competition because only the listed responsible sources can provide acceptable seed mixes formulated for local conditions; however, the solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov for a minimum of 30 days and solicited as full and open competition to maximize competition. The document is certified by Ryan Olson, Project Manager, and Kelly Palmer, Contracting Officer, both digitally signed on August 11, 2026.
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Additional seed vendors include:
https://www.stoverseed.com/native-seed-data-base/ https://new.westernnativeseed.com/ https://www.jlhudsonseeds.net/ https://avseeds.com/ https://curtisseed.com/ https://www.plantsofthesouthwest.com/ https://www.prairienursery.com/ https://theodorepayne.org/ https://mswn.com/ https://nativeplantandseed.com/ https://theodorepayne.org/ https://californianativeplants.com/ https://jfschmidt.com/
3. Description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency’s needs (including the estimated value)
The total estimated amount of this product is between $ and $ .
4. Statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition
The authority to enter into a contract for this effort without full and open competition is 6.302-1, the only responsible sources are listed above and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
5. Demonstration that the proposed contractor’s unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the authority cited
The manufacurers listed produce the seed for the local conditions. The local seed mix is only available from the listed suppliers.
6. Description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized
The Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition will be posted with the solicitation as required by FAR 5.102(a)(6). The solicitation will be posted on the Government Point of Entry, SAM.gov, for a minimum of 30 days. It will also be solicited as full and open competition, allowing maximum competition.
7. Determination that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable
The FHWA will ensure that all costs associated with the proposed contract are fair and reasonable. The FHWA will perform a thorough analysis of the Offeror’s bid and/or proposal to substantiate this determination.
8. Description of the market research conducted and the results or a statement of the reason market research was not conducted
The BLM is concerned about using the proper seed to revegetate the disturbed soil to avoid any future erosion to the roadway shoulders and embankments that would eventually damage the roadway structure and has experience using the listed vendors.
9. Other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition
None.
10. A listing of the sources, if any, that expressed, in writing, an interest in the acquisition.
None.
11. Statement of the actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services required.
Multiple qualified vendors have been listed in the specifications. The prime contractor could solicit bids from several to ensure adequate competition.
12. Certification
I certify that the information provided in this justification is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Ryan Olson Date Project Manager
Kelly Palmer Date Contracting Officer
RYAN TRENT OLSON Digitally signed by RYAN TRENT OLSON Date: 2026.08.11 13:44:01 -06'00'
Digitally signed by KELLY JANE PALMER Date: 2026.08.11 14:04:10 -06'00'
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