A17_J_A_Under_the_SAT_FAR_13_FINAL_1.pdf

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This is a Single Source Determination justification document using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) authority.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), through its Office of Trust Services (OTS) and A16 Central Office - Services & Supplies, is seeking Title Sponsorship for the Society of American Foresters (SAF) to support the "Forests of the First Stewards" initiative. The estimated contract value is $75,000.00 with a performance period from February 23, 2026, to February 22, 2027 (Purchase Request Number 44035489, J&A Control Number JA26-00095). The single source contractor identified is the Society of American Foresters located at 2121 K Street NW, Suite 315, Washington, DC, with contact email astewart-lambert@safnet.org. The justification cites that SAF possesses unique qualifications as a highly specialized source for this requirement, as it collaborated with the Menominee Tribe to launch this national media initiative. The rationale emphasizes that SAF's partnership will strengthen BIA's alignment with authentic sustainability and Indigenous visibility, support Tribal forest stewardship and sustainable resource management, and enhance recruitment and retention of forestry professionals by reinforcing the role of Tribal Nations in managing resilient forests. A notice will be posted to the GPE. The documentation was attested by Warren Armijo (Administrative Officer, BIA) on February 19, 2026, and certified by Nancy Shah (Contracting Officer, Indian Affairs) on February 24, 2026.

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SINGLE SOURCE DETERMINATION USING

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION PROCEDURES (SAP) UNDER THE

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD (SAT)

AUTHORITY: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)

Requirement Title / Name:

Purchase Request Number:

Originating Office (Customer):

Division / Unit / Branch:

1. This is a justification for other than full and open competition.

Agency:

IA Acquisition Office:

2. Description of supplies or services required to meet agency needs.

3. Identification of the single source to be solicited.

Name of Proposed Contractor:

Street Address:

City, State, Zip:

Phone:

4. Reason for authority cited. The Contracting Officer has determined the circumstances of the contract deem only one source reasonably available.

Urgency: The nature of the requirement has been deemed urgent and following competitive procedures would result in unacceptable delays.

Only One source: Highly specialized supply/service (for example technological/ specific training requirements) contractor must possess unique qualifications.

Exclusive Licensing Agreement

Other Insert reason: (could be a special statue, etc.):

J&A Control Number

5. Rationale. Provide an explanation that supports the reason cited in #4.

6. A 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 as required by Subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies.

7. Originating Office Attestation:

I certify that the technical data which forms a basis for this justification is complete and accurate and meets the Government’s minimum needs.

8. Contracting Officer certification that the justification is accurate and complete to the best of the contracting officer’s knowledge and belief:

I hereby certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Contracting Officer

Requirement Title Name: Society of American Foresters (SAF) Title Sponsorship
Purchase Request Number: 44035489
Originating Office Customer: Office of Trust Services (OTS)
Division Unit Branch: OTS
Name of Proposed Contractor: SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FORESTERS
Street Address: 2121 K STREET NW, STE 315
City State Zip 1: WASHINGTON DC
City State Zip 2: astewart-lambert@safnet.org
Text1: JA26-00095
Text2: Title Sponsorship for the Society of American Foresters (SAF). SAF collaborated with the Menominee Tribe to launch a new initiative: Forests of the First Stewards.

· Estimated value: $75,000.00

· Estimated period of performance: 2/23/2026 to 2/22/2027

Check Box7: Off
Check Box8: Yes
Check Box9: Off
Check Box10: Off
Text11:
Agency: [Indian Affairs]
Acquisition Office: [A16 Central Office - Services & Supplies]
Text12: The BIA Division of Forestry seeks Title Sponsorship of Forests of the First Stewards to advance its mission of supporting Tribal forest stewardship and sustainable resource management. This national media project will amplify the Menominee Nation’s 150-year legacy of ecological leadership, blending traditional knowledge with modern forestry practices to educate millions and inspire future generations. Sponsorship ensures BIA’s alignment with authentic sustainability and Indigenous visibility, positioning the agency as a champion of cultural respect and environmental innovation. SAF is a key partner in reaching prospective future employees, as many current forestry students and young professionals are SAF members. By partnering at the highest level, BIA will strengthen recruitment and retention efforts while delivering accurate, respectful storytelling and classroom resources that reinforce the role of Tribal Nations in managing resilient forests
Text13: A notice will be posted to the GPE
Text14: Warren Armijo
Text15: Administrative Officer
Text16: Bureau of Indian Affairs
Text17: Nancy Shah
Text18: Indian Affairs
2026-02-19T10:14:50-0700
WARREN ARMIJO
2026-02-24T09:02:57-0500
NANCY SHAH

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