P03 Consolidation Memo.pdf

ATTACHMENT VAAM M807- C

Consolidation Determination and Findings

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III. CONSOLIDATION.

A1. Benefits. As prescribed by FAR 7.107-2(c) and (d), consolidation of this requirement is extremely beneficial to RPOW.

Additionally, the increase in government efficiency by utilizing far fewer hours for contract personnel including program support staff and legal reviews.

Reductions in Procurement Action Lead Time (PALT) are expected to be achieved through consolidation via the approach to issuing task orders off a single award

BPA.

This highlights a benefit IAW FAR 7.102-7(c) and (d) 2 to support consolidation.

In addition, as a matter of sound management, these standardized procurement functions should be carried out in the most efficient and effective manner possible. If a single award BPA is made, it will provide a centralized point of contact for RPOW, reduce administrative burden, enhance coordination and communication between the VHA and the Contractor, and promote efficiency.

B. Procurement strategy. The procurement strategy, based on market research, is to set this acquisition aside 100% for SDVOSBs. Adequate competition is expected for this acquisition, as shown by the market research discussed above.

Competition will be sought through Full and Open Competition after the Exclusion of Sources IAW FAR 6.206, SDVOSB concerns eligible under the SDVOSB Program. The proposed action will be posted on www.gsa.gov.

C. Alternative approaches.

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However, contracted support is required to help while the Government continues permanent staff hiring efforts. A new IDIQ is the best alternative as it would satisfy the requirement for contractor support for RPOW.

D. Negative impact. Impacts on SDVOSB business concerns have been identified.

Currently there are three SDVOSB vendors who have contract vehicles in support of RPOW. This proposed action will be to provide a single contract instrument to consolidate these services. This decreases the number of SDVOSBs who have an active contract vehicle in support of RPOW, reducing the number of opportunities for these vendors. However, the CO has determined that the benefits to the Government in cost savings and efficiency outweigh this impact.

E. Inclusion of small business concerns. In accordance with VAAR 819.203-70, small business concerns owned and controlled by Veterans shall have maximum practicable opportunity to participate in VA Acquisitions, consistent the priorities and preferences prescribed under the Veterans First Contracting Program. It is recommended this requirement be set-aside specifically for SDVOSB concerns as supported by market research and acquisition history.

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IV. DETERMINATION.

Based on the above, I hereby determine that in accordance with FAR 7.107-2(a) that consolidation is necessary and justified.

PREPARED BY: I hereby certify that the supporting information and data used to complete this determination is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Contracting Officer Network Contracting Office 20 (NCO 20)

REVIEWED BY: I have reviewed this determination and find it to be accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Chief, Division 1 Network Contracting Office 20 (NCO 20)

Concur:

Small Business Manager Network Contracting Office 20 (NCO 20)

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Concur:

Director of Contracting Network Contracting Office 20 (NCO 20)

Concur:

Head of Contracting Activity (HCA)

Approved:

Acting Executive Director, Office of Acquisition and Logistics (003A) And Acting Senior Procurement Executive