IICWG_Single_Source_Determination_Redacted.pdf

Source Selection Information – see FAR 2.101 and 3.104

SINGLE SOURCE DETERMINATION USING

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION PROCEDURES (SAP)

FOR AN ACTION NOT EXCEEDING THE SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD

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

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1. Agency and contracting activity. Department of Commerce, NOAA Acquisition and Grants Office (AGO), and the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service (NESDIS)/Office of Satellite Product Operations (OSPO/National Ice Center a(NIC).

2. Description of supplies or services required to meet agency needs (including the estimated value). The purpose of the Secretariat for the International Ice Charting Working Group (IICWG) is to improve the business continuity, coordination and visibility of the IICWG by ensuring the annual IICWG meeting is planned, delivered and the results are captured and distributed to the membership. He has also improved information management and dissemination within membership and to external agencies and ensures that the business of the IICWG has good visibility and priority within the membership during the intersessional period. Mr. Falkingham has also provided advice, context and continuity to IICWG co-chairs and members. The period of performance is April 1, 2018 thru March 31, 2019 with two additional 12-month option periods. This a sole source contract with a total value of $XXXXX.

3. Identification of the single source or the brand name to be solicited.

Mr. John Falkingham, 120 Sherway Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K2J 1P1, Phone 613-355-4552 / John.Falkingham@rogers.com

4. Supporting rationale. Only one source or brand name is reasonably available as detailed below:

a. The justification rationale is FAR 13.106-1(b) – Only one responsible source is capable of responding due to the unique or specialized nature of the work.

b. The justification for approval of this request is based on the below:

The services required by OSPO are available from only one responsible source, Mr. John Falkingham. Mr. Falkingham’s 35 years of experience, technical knowledge and engagement in the ice analysis field has made him an internationally recognized expert. Mr. Falkingham has been a driving force in the development, organization and execution of the IICWG since its beginning, serving as its Secretariat for the past seven years, providing unique support under contract with Environment Canada. With NOAA serving as a chairmanship for North American Ice Services this year and as the co-chair of the IICWG, The Agency has agreed to provide the Secretariat support for the IICWG. The support requires an individual with in depth knowledge of the mission and objectives of the working

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Source Selection Information – see FAR 2.101 and 3.104 group as well as a personal, working relationship with the member countries and representatives.

The secretariat must begin working on immediately to ensure the success of the upcoming annual IICWG meeting in October. Mr. Falkingham has both the unique knowledge and background to perform as the secretariat.

In addition his long history working with the representatives from the member countries has well as the other organizations with which the IICWG interacts makes him uniquely qualified for the position. There is no other possible candidate with the experience, knowledge, and background who could perform the effort. While it could be possible for another individual to develop the knowledge and experience this would take several years and would impact the mission and objectives of the organization, reflecting very negatively on NOAA. It is also essential that NOAA contract with an individual acceptable to the other Co-Chair Agency and the group members.

Mr. Falkingham has gained wide spread acclamation from the group members. His ability to effectively work in multi-lateral, international forums as well as his vast technical knowledge of the subject area has been an invaluable asset to the organization. The IICWG members are unified in support for John to remain in the position of Secretariat.

Market Research.

A notice of intent to negotiate on a sole source basis will be placed in the

FedBizOps. OSPO has done an electronic search for suitable sources, and none was found.

Technical/Requirements Representative Certification I certify that this requirement constitutes the Government’s minimum needs and the supporting data provided herein is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Chris Huffman, OSPO NIC IT Specialist Date

Determination I hereby determine that the circumstances of this action deem only one source is reasonably available. This determination is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Joel L. Perlroth, Contracting Officer Date

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