Justification and Approval for SpectreOps.pdf

This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a sole-source procurement for the SpectreOps cybersecurity training event coordination contract.

The J&A justifies the use of other than full and open competition to award an IDIQ contract to SpectreOps for cyber security training for U.S. Coast Guard personnel. The requirement is for an experienced contractor to coordinate and execute a multi-day cyber training event, including curriculum development, instructor support, and hands-on labs. SpectreOps is the only responsible source that can meet the agency's requirements in the timeline needed. Key factors include SpectreOps' prior experience executing similar Coast Guard cyber training events and exclusive domain expertise. The estimated value of the IDIQ contract is $3.5 million over 5 years. The justification cites the urgent and compelling need for the training to address critical cyber skill gaps. The contract is expected to be awarded by September 30, 2024.