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JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

CONTENT:

1. Contracting Activity.

Agency:

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Risk Management Agency (RMA)

Contracting Activity:

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Farm Service Agency (FSA)

Acquisitions Management Division (AMD)

Nature/Description of Action.

This request is submitted by USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA) for the purchase of eighty-five (85) Grid 300 Management Office Chairs (GR200 E21 TC Gr.l). One requisition was created for this request: 937453

2. Description of Supplies/Services.

The items to be purchased include:

• Eighty- Five (85) Grid 300 Management Office Chairs

Total estimated costs for this requirement is $30,000.00

3. Statutory Authority.

Subpart 8.4, in accordance with FAR 8.405-6 (b ).

4. Demonstration of Contractor's Unique Qualifications.

USDA RMA recently purchased eighty -five (85) Grid 300 chairs for use in their Kansas City Office. An additional requirement is now needed and purchasing this brand allows for standardization and compatibility with existing chairs. By having chairs that match and is of the same texture, material, color and quality, USDA RMA can preserve the current uniform style and seamlessly integrate the new pieces into the office space.

5. Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOps) Announcement/Potential Sources.

This request will be posted on Federal business Opportunities website and open to all potential sources.

6. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost.

The price estimate given to the Federal Government by a vendor on GSA Schedule appears to be fair and reasonable. By posting this request on, USDA will ensure fair and reasonable pricing when selecting a vendor.

8. Market Survey.

Market research was done on GSA Advantage.

9. Additional Support.

No additional information necessary.

a. NIA

b. NIA

C. NIA

10. Other Interested Sources.

By posting this on Federal Business Opportunities, USDA will review all interested sources.

11. Actions Taken to Remove Barriers to Future Competition.

Future competition is not planned because this JOFOC covers all known requirements.

JOFOC AND LIMITED SOURCE JUSTIFICATION CERTIFICATION

Requirements/Program Office:

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Contracting Officer:

I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Contracting Officer

USDA/FSA/ AMD

Date

09/26/2018