CO Determination FAR13.106(b).pdf

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Contracting Officer’s Determination that Circumstances of the Contract Action to Solicit from a Single Source for FLETC

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FAR 13.106-1(b), Soliciting from a single source

In accordance with 41 U.S.C. § 3305(d) and FAR § 13.104 when utilizing simplified acquisition procedures, contracting officers must promote competition to the maximum extent practicable to obtain supplies and services from the source whose offer is the most advantageous to the government.

Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 13, Simplified acquisition procedures (SAP) are designed to promote efficiency and economy in contracting, and to avoid unnecessary burdens for agencies and contractors where, as here, the value of the acquisition is under the value of the

SAT.

FAR13.106-1(b) states: “Soliciting from a single source (1) For purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT). (i) Contracting officers may solicit from one source if the contracting officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand-name, or industrial mobilization).

1. In accordance to Far 13.106-1(b), a contracting officer can determine the circumstances of the contract action indicate an exception to general competition requirement is acceptable, and necessary to avoid burdens when one source is reasonably available for services when urgency and/or specialized knowledge is required and competing the acquisition will not result in any additional savings or result in additional qualified vendors.

2. FLETC has a requirement for government employees to clear an area from old government-owned training facilities areas in order to prepare the area for a future requirement.

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FLETC is preparing for an increase to mission and must prepare the area to ensure scheduled requirements for the onsite area can be remain on time to support the increase of effort.

3. Builders Supply has provided rentals on past competitive acquisitions without any negative impact.

4. Builders Supply is registered in SAM.gov and is a small business. The Vendor can meet the period of performance and will be able to support any unforeseen issue related to the rentals if needed. The vendor is able to provide all requested rentals within 24 hours of award notice.

5. Action is in the best interest of the government and believe competing will not be any additional savings to the government or produce a vendor that can perform in the short timeline provided.

Based on the information above, and to promote efficiency and economy, it has been determined by the contracting officer to solicit to a single source, Builders Supply, FAR 13.103-1(b) is in the best interest of the Government. Prices are determined to be fair and reasonable based on published prices and previous purchases.

Kimberly Cavanaugh Branch Chief Glynco Operations Branch Procurement Division Mission and Readiness Support Directorate Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers Office Phone: (912) 280-5220 Cell Phone: (912) 230-5327

Kimberly Cavanaugh Cross-Out