JA Sole Source Ancestry Redacted.pdf

This Sole Source (Including Brand Name) Justification document seeks authority for a non-competitive contract with ProQuest LLC for the ProQuest Ancestry Library Edition, a comprehensive genealogical research platform for the Department of Defense (DoD) Library Consortium. The contract is valued at $879,669.65 and will run for a 12-month base period with three one-year option periods from 30 September 2025 to 29 September 2029. The platform provides access to extensive historical records including U.S. Census data, military service records, immigration files, Holocaust-related documents, and digitized historical newspapers, supporting research, educational, and professional development objectives for military personnel, scholars, and DoD staff.

Market research conducted by the 773rd Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (ESS) confirmed ProQuest as the sole source capable of meeting the government's requirements, with no other viable alternatives identified after comprehensive market surveys. The justification emphasizes the platform's unique proprietary content, exclusive legal rights, and critical research tools including family tree builders, research aids, educational tutorials, and expert guidance. The contracting activity (773 ESS/PKA) will use Simplified Acquisition Procedures under DFARS 5313.501, with funding levels between $750K and $15M, and the procurement is classified as an Individual Justification Type.