FAR_Part_13_SAP_BelowSAT_SSJ_REDACTED.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for the United States School of Aerospace Medicine, Public Health Department, Epidemiology Consult Service Division. The acquisition is for SAS Software ESD Software maintenance and new licenses, with a license maintenance period from 01 May 2025 to 30 April 2026, using a new firm-fixed price (FFP) contract. The total estimated contract cost is not disclosed due to redaction.

The document justifies a single-source procurement from Executive Information Systems, LLC, the sole provider of SAS software renewal maintenance. USAFAM/PHR requires this specific software for epidemiology surveillance, public health research, data management, and statistical analysis. Market research conducted through GSA Advantage found no equivalent products. The contracting activity is AFRL/PZLET, with the contract being awarded without competition due to mission-critical needs and the unique capabilities of SAS software. The contracting officer has determined, in accordance with FAR guidelines, that a single source is reasonably available, with the intent to continue monitoring the market for potential future competitive alternatives.