JA VNET 2026_signed MH.pdf

Use this template when limiting competition using Simplified Acquisition Procedures for procurements not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold (see FAR subpart 13.106-1(b)(1)).

Follow the instructions in red text (delete all RED text once edits are made).

SINGLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION NOT EXCEEDING THE SIMPLIFIED ACQUISTION

THRESHOLD

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE AGENCY AND THE CONTRACTING ACTIVITY

Department of State Contracting Activity

☒ Overseas Post Rabat

Requiring Activity Post Data Services Renewal

SECTION 2: NATURE AND/OR DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTION BEING APPROVED

Approval is requested to award on sole source and an unusual and compelling basis to the internet service provider INWI for the supplies and/or services described in Section 3 on behalf of the Requiring Activity.

SECTION 3: DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES REQUIRED TO MEET THE AGENCY’S NEEDS

The requirement is to provide 100Mbps internet leased line with 16 static IP addresses at US embassy Rabat.

The estimated value for the entire period of performance is MAD 519,840 ($55,896.77), including options.

This includes 12 months of high-end dedicated internet circuit with 16 static Public IP addresses, the required

Leased Line speed is 100 Mbps. This will allow the DT Office to secure:

1. Primary OPENNET connectivity.

2. Enterprise WIFI services

3. Netbox services.

4. Power meter services.

SECTION 4: IDENTIFICATION OF THE STATUTORY AUTHORITY PERMITTING OTHER THAN

FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(1), the Contracting Officer has deemed only one source reasonably available based on the following:

☒ Other: Vendor is sole provider for Post’s redundant data services https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-13#FAR_13_106_1

SECTION 5: DEMONSTRATION THAT THE PROPOSED CONTRACTOR’S UNIQUE

QUALIFICATIONS OR THE NATURE OF THE ACQUISITION REQUIRES USE OF THE AUTHORITY

CITED

The current circuit provider is INWI, which proposed last and this year’s lowest offer compared to the other main internet service provider, which Post uses for redundant service. These are the only services available for Post’s use case.

SECTION 6. DETERMINATION BY THE CONTRACTING OFFICER THAT THE ANTICIPATED COST

TO THE GOVERNMENT IS FAIR AND REASONABLE

By signing the justification, the Contracting Officer makes a determination that the price to the Government is anticipated to be fair and reasonable.

SECTION 7. CERTIFICATIONS

All reviews and approvals should be completed in the order listed unless otherwise authorized or required.

REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance which are included in this Justification and its supporting acquisition planning documents, except as noted herein, are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Requirements Cognizance:

SIGNATURE:

Troy Jackson Date Acting DT Chief

MGT/DT

CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION

I certify that this submission is accurate to the best of my knowledge, and that it contains complete information necessary to enable other officials to make an informed recommendation for approval or disapproval.

SIGNATURE:

Marc Hildwein Date Contracting Officer

MGT/GSO