SAE_Sole_Source1_2015.pdf

SOLE SOURCE OR LIMITED SOURCES JUSTIFICATION

(APPLICABLE TO PURCHASES $3,000 - $150,000)

1. Contracting Activity: NESDIS HQ FIELD DELEGATE

2. Purchase Request Number: #NEEA0000-15-01228

3. Authority for Action: Check applicable box for either GSA or open market action

FAR 8.405-6(a), Restricting Consideration under GSA Federal Supply Schedules

FAR 13.106-1(b), Soliciting from a Single Source

4. Describe the supply or service to be acquired and the total estimated dollar value: Include the value of any options in the total estimated dollar value

This document is to justify other than full and open competition for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)/National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service which will be processed by the NOAA/NESDIS Headquarters Field Delegate

The continued service of the Satellite Educators Association (SEA) is to manage and conduct the Satellite and Education Conference. This conference brings together national and international master educators who use satellites and related technologies as a vehicle for helping students appreciate and understand the complex interrelationships among science, technology, individuals, societies, and the environment.

NESDIS has a need to continue the annual conference services with the SEA, because it provides factual and systemic need to the education community. The purpose for the conference is to ensure these energetic educators have the opportunity to understand and apply NOAA National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service (NESDIS) science, data and information in the classroom and network with scientists, engineers, and other educators in the field. Also, learn how to take real world events, identify the appropriate resources and methodology needed to solve, explore solutions, and reinforce the lessons learn through the “train the trainer” concept.

The specific conference logistics and services include:

- Solicitation of and participants

- Hard copy conference announcements of the event, agendas, and programs

- Web site announcements

- Registration materials

- Handling and storage of exhibition materials

- Conference Report

The period of performance is from date of award through September 2015. The estimated dollar value for the base one year is $ plus an additional four option years for a total of $

5. List the proposed contractor (name, contact, and phone number) and describe the unique knowledge or capabilities of the proposed contractor:

The proposed Contractor is Satellite Education Association.

The justification rationale is 13.106-1 (b) – Only one responsible source is capable of responding due to the unique or specialized nature of the work. The justification for approval of this request is based on the below:

The Satellite and Education Conference is sponsored by the Satellite Educators Association (SEA) in partnership with academia, federal agencies, and private industry. The SEA was established in 1988, is professional society to promote the innovative use of satellite technology in education. Membership includes master educators who use satellites and related technologies as a vehicle for helping students appreciate and understand the complex interrelationships among science, technology, individuals, societies, and the environment.

SEA is aligned with the NOAA Education Strategic Plan which includes the mandate, the American Competes Act, and Environmental Literacy. The knowledgeable, hardworking and enthusiastic staff, presenters and network of educators ensure the success of the conference. This national and international Conference mission is to promote the innovative use of satellite technology in education. It annually attracts over 175 educators and over 30 students. Within the education community the conference is widely recognized for its integrity of the satellite data and information, the credibility and usefulness of the data, products and services, and timeliness of its reports. This report assists NESDIS in the development of new and innovative education and outreach activities which keeps the educator abreast and the general public informed.

The Satellite and Education Conference is being coordinated by California State University at Los Angeles and there is no responsible source that will satisfy the NOAA/NESDIS requirements.

6. Describe your market research efforts and efforts to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable:

The Government will place a notification in FEDBIZOPS with its intent to negotiate on a sole source basis.

An addendum will be completed to attach any sources that expressed interest and the requisite evaluations.

7. State why you feel that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable:

The prices, terms, and conditions of the requirement will be negotiated with the Contractor. The Independent Government Estimate is approximately $ year based on historical information over the past five years.

8. Other:

N/A

9. Certifications:

I hereby certify that the data provided above is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Contracting Officer Date