Limited Sources - Sole Source JA - redacted.pdf

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(30 November 2018)1

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

1. Contracting Activity:

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: _09 July 2020______________

Name of Intended Contractor: UF Veterinary Hospitals Street Address: 2089 SW 16th Ave City, State, Zip: Gainesville, FL 32608

Phone: 352-392-2235

3. Description of Supplies/Services:

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 was diagnosed with degenerative lumbosacral stenosis (DLSS) with associated left-sided neuritis. Based on clinical signs and MRI, Univeristy of Florida Veterinary Teaching Hospital board certified Neurologists and Surgeons recommend that Paul have a dorsal laminectomy. This is a surgery that can absolutely only be

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(30 November 2018)2 performed by veterinary specialists. It is critical to have this surgery performed as soon as possible as worsening could cause increased pain. MWD Paul is currently in pain, limping, and not responding to medical management of his condition. Surgery is the only option.

6. Actions to Increase Competition:

This will be posted on FBO to increase competition.

7. Market Survey:

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: Jesse MacKenzie Position Title : Section Chief, Patrick AFB

Email address: Jesse.b.mackenzie.mil@mail.mil Date: 19 June 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:

Since diagnostic imaging, thorough examination, and evaluation was previously completed at UF, Paul requires surgery there to maintain continuity of care. This facility is a teaching hospital so the price is lower than it would be at a private practice.

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Date: 2020.09.14 14:44:29 -04'00'