JA limited sources under SAT - redacted.pdf

Control Number:

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Limited Sources Justification or Sole Source Determination for Actions under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (Currently $250K)

1. Contracting Activity:

Public Health Activity – Fort Gordon 38801 Academic Drive, Suite A Fort Gordon, GA 30905-5650

2. Description of Action:

Requirement: New Repeat Pricing: Firm-Fixed Price Time & Materials Cost Funds: OMA Other Funds: _____ Total Dollar Value:

Required delivery date or period of performance: _July 2020_____

Name of Intended Contractor: CVETS Street Address: 1321 Oakcrest Dr City, State, Zip: Columbia, SC 29223

Phone: 803-995-8913

3. Description of Supplies/Services: Surgical decompression of spinal cord on Military Working Dog

4. Authority Cited:

(a) FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i): Only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreement, brand name or industrial mobilization); OR

(b) FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(ii): Only one source can provide a portion of the purchase that is a particular brand-name item; OR

(c) FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(A): An urgent and compelling need exists, and following the procedures would result in unacceptable delays; OR

(d) FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B): Only one source is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized; OR

(e) FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(C): In the interest of economy and efficiency, the new work is a logical follow-on to an original Federal Supply Schedule order not previously issued under sole-source or limited-sources procedures.

5. Reason for Authority Cited Military Working Dog XXXX was diagnosed with degenerative lumbosacral stenosis (DLSS) with cauda equine compression. Based on clinical signs and CT, CVETS board certified Neurologists and Surgeons recommend that XXXX have a dorsal

(30 November 2018)2 laminectomy. MRI may be required prior to surgery based on neurology exam and the neurologist’s assessment. This is a surgery that can absolutely only be performed by veterinary specialists. It is critical to have this surgery performed as soon as possible as worsening could cause increased pain.

MWD XXXX s currently in pain, limping, and not responding to medical management of his condition.

Surgery is the only option.

6. Actions to Increase Competition: N/A – CVETS is the closest available facility with the specialty trained provider to perform the necessary procedure

This will be posted on FBO to increase competition.

7. Market Survey: Online search of veterinary facilities available in the area revealed that CVETS was the closest facility that provides 24 hour emergency service, has a board certified veterinary surgeon and neurologist, and state of the art medical and surgical facilities.

8. Procurement History:

Previous Contract or Purchase Order Number: or N/A Previously competed? N/A No Yes

Previous authority for less than Full & Open Competition:

9. Technical / Requirements Certification: I certify that the support data under my cognizance which are included in this sole source determination are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

I certify this product/service is not available using mandatory sources or delivery cannot be made by the required delivery date.

Signature:

Submitted By: Ashley Moye Position Title : Section Chief, Shaw AFB VTF

Email address: Ashley.m.moye.mil@mail.mil Date: 22 July 2020

10. Contracting Officer Certification and Approval: I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Signature:

Typed Name:

Position Title: Contracting Officer

Email address:

Date:

After online search of appropriate veterinary facility to pursue treatment for the Military Working Dog, CVETS confirmed availability to perform the surgery.

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Digitally signed by

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Date: 2020.07.22 13:37:16 -04'00'

MARADZIKA.PARTSON.1261350242 Digitally signed by MARADZIKA.PARTSON.1261350242 Date: 2020.09.07 12:22:04 -04'00'

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