DF_Other than full and open competition_Law Enforcement Services_Redacted.pdf

This is a Determination for Other Than Full and Open Competition (sole source justification) for law enforcement services at Lake Sonoma.

The US Army Corps of Engineers, San Francisco District, is procuring licensed Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) services from Sonoma County Sheriffs Department under a new requirement using simplified acquisition procedures. The contract is valued at an amount that is redacted in the document and uses firm-fixed pricing. The procurement is authorized under FAR 13.101(b) for purchases not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). The contract period runs from May 8, 2026, through September 27, 2026, covering the main recreation season at Lake Sonoma.

The scope of work requires patrol coverage provided by up to two Sheriff deputies on ten-hour shifts (including travel time) during Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, with critical coverage times specified as Fridays 1500-2400 hours, Saturdays 0700-2400 hours, and Sundays 0900-2000 hours. The contractor must also provide supervisory Sergeant coverage for the 21-week contract period. The sole source justification is based on statutory authority under 42 U.S.C. § 1962d-5d, which authorizes the Secretary of the Army to contract with States for increased law enforcement services at water resources projects. Only Sonoma County has the requisite jurisdiction and authority to cite, detain, and arrest individuals at the lake, as park rangers lack arrest and detention powers. A notice of intent to negotiate on a sole source basis will be published on SAM.gov for a minimum of fifteen calendar days. The previous contract number was W912P725PA002, and historical pricing data will be used to determine fair and reasonable pricing.