Justification for Single Source Awards Redacted.pdf

Rev. 01/19

U.S. Department of Justice United States Marshals Service Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1

NOTE: All awards up to the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) of $250,000

IAW FAR13.104,

is the most advantageous to the Government, considering the administrative cost of the purchase. When competition is not practicable, IAW source if the CO determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand-name or industrial mobilization). IAW explaining the absence of competition (see the simplified acquisition threshold (does not apply to an acquisition of utility services available from only one source) or supporting the award to obtain supplies and services from the source whose offer

FAR13.106-1(b), FAR13.106-3(b)(3), 13.106-1 single source awards IAW FAR13.106-3(b)(3), meet the required delivery date" are inadequate to support a sole source purchase.

decision if other than price-related factors were considered in selecting the supplier. This template when completed can be used to document

COs must promote competition to the maximum extent practicable

COs solicit from a single source of purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold. COs may solicit from one

COs are required to include additional statements for brand name purchases) if only one source is solicited and the acquisition does not exceed

Note: Statements such as "only known source" or "only source which can

1b. Estimated Amount:

$77,200

2. Brief description of supplies or services required and the intended use:

The United States Marshals Service (USMS) has an unusual and compelling need for KN95 and Disposable Masks for USMS personnel to protect against and limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

1. MIQ Request Number:

M-20-A32-R-001267

1a. Purchase Order Number:

15M20020PA32OF001

2a. Select applicable category of category of services or other:

Other (provide brief description of supplies or services)

KN95 and Disposable Masks

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with reasons to support why no other supplies or services can be used:

Urgency In accordance with Department of Justice – Justice Management Division APN 2020-01: Emergency Declaration and Emergency Procurement Flexibilities COVID-19, acquisition flexibilities identified in FAR subpart 18.2 and 26.2 apply only to requirements needed in response to COVID-19 efforts.

4. Reason that suggested source is the only source which can provide the supplies or services:

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve and impact the public, there is an urgent need to obtain KN95 and Disposable masks for USMS personnel. The suggested source, Knock-Out Specialists, is the only manufacturer that can offer the masks within 10 days. It is imperative that KN95 and Disposable masks are deployed in timely manner to ensure the protection and safety of the public and USMS personnel.

5. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted:

Several small business that provide PPE were contracted from a list obtained from the Department of Health and Human Services. Due to the heighten need for KN95 and Disposable masks, many vendors do not have these items in stock or are unable to deliver timely.

CONTRACTING OFFICER'S CERTIFICATION: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Name: Signature: Date:

Apr 23, 2020

Rev. 01/19

SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST CONCURRENCE:

Signature:Name: Date:

Apr 23, 2020

MIQ Request Number: M-20-A32-R-001267