Counterterrorism Guides_Single Source Justification_JA-2026-04-1410_Redacted.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification (SSJ) document for a commercial item purchase order under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) and FAR Part 12.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Surface Operations, and Contracting and Procurement are pursuing a sole-source award to QuickSeries Publishing Inc., located at 5100 NW 33rd Ave, Suite 247, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. The procurement request number is PR265900A041, with tracking number JA-2026-04-1410. The contract type is Firm Fixed-Price covering a twelve-month base period with two one-year option periods. The requirement is to renew the electronic version (APP) of domain-specific security awareness training guides known as E-Guides, which provide comprehensive coverage across multiple transportation modes including Pipeline, Highway and Motor Carrier, Mass Transit and Passenger Rail, Freight Rail, School Bus Transportation, Motorcoach, and Cybersecurity. The STRIDE APP will serve as a centralized information hub for Transportation Security Inspectors and Surface Operations stakeholders, offering access to up-to-date security-related information and resources. The application will be available for download via Apple App Store and Google Play Store on government-issued mobile devices, with content maintained and updated by the Surface Operations Program Office.

The single-source justification is based on the unique and specialized nature of the work, as QuickSeries has established understanding of the STRIDE APP's operational requirements and established user base. The Contracting Officer determined the award represents best value by comparing the QuickSeries quote to the independent government estimate and GSA Multiple Award Schedule labor rates. Market research confirmed that avoiding service disruption through a sole-source award to QuickSeries would offer the best solution. Approval authority is vested with the Contracting Officer for procurement values up to the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT), with estimated thresholds of $2,000 and greater for construction, $2,500 and greater for services, and $10,000 and greater for supplies.