P03 - Attachment 1 Single Source Justification MPT to SAT_Redacted.pdf

VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

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4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted: In accordance with FAR Part 10, VAAR 810, market research has been conducted for this acquisition. A Small Business Administration (SBA), Certified Veteran Small Business page search identified 124 potential SD/VOSB as capable vendors. These are not manufactures, but they are distributors for large business wholesalers. The Government is not allowed to do business using wholesale trade or retail trade NAICS codes, searches must be conducted using the manufacturer NAICS code 325412, Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing. The item (Thyroid 60-65MG (1 Grain) Tab, and Thyroid 15MG (1/4 Grain) Tab) was then searched in the National Acquistion Center for any FSS/GSA/PV contracts – this yielded no results. Based on this research and policy, the Rule of Two cannot be met to set the procurement aside for a socioeconomic subcategory of small business; however, based on the exception to the NMR for acquisitions under $250K, a small business set-aside is feasible.

Although, the NMR applies, due to the time constraints of this acquisition, there is not sufficient time to request an individual waiver to the NMR. This procurement will be solicited as a small business set-aside; and a per-solicitation contracting opportunity will be posted to SAM.gov.

5. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

James Hogue Date

Contracting Officer

JAMES

HOGUE

Digitally signed by

JAMES HOGUE

Date: 2023.03.14 11:37:33 -05'00'