Redacted Limited Competition Justification.pdf

This is a Justification Review Document and Memorandum for Record from the National Guard Bureau for a single-source procurement of a "During Yellow Ribbon Event."

The National Guard Bureau is procuring event services for the Yellow Ribbon program, which provides support to families of Service Members currently deployed with Task Force 120th. The requirement is for a venue with a central location to accommodate family members for a 2-day event featuring lodging, meals, and daytime activities for families with children. The contracting activity is USPFO-NC PC, with the requiring activity being Yellow Ribbon. This is a new firm fixed-price contract funded through Army O&M resources. The contract action is classified as a single-source procurement under 41 USC 1901 as implemented in FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).

The justification asserts that only one source is reasonably available to meet the requirements. Market research conducted via internet analysis and three decades of personal knowledge of living in North Carolina determined that only The Great Wolf Lodge can provide the necessary co-located lodging, meals, and event activities within the Charlotte region while minimizing travel for families. Two other identified venues—The Whitewater Center and Carowinds—lack adequate on-site lodging and conference space. No efforts to obtain or increase competition were undertaken. The Contracting Officer (Sam Caulfield) approved the justification on May 11, 2026, certifying that the anticipated cost is fair and reasonable.