SAP CI Sole Source Justification Template October 2023 (003)_Redacted.pdf

contractor with respect to performance of such contract opportunity and the contracting office does not have a reasonable expectation that 2 or more small business concerns owned and controlled by Service-Disable Veterans will submit offers for the contracting opportunity as implemented by FAR 6.302-5(b)(6).

5. Rationale Justifying Use of Cited Statutory Authority.

In accordance with FAR 19.1406, the initial market research process revealed there were no other SDVOSBs to satisfy this procurement and there is no reasonable expectation of receiving two or more SDVOSBs. This procurement is valued under

$4 million and these services are not currently being performed by an 8(a) participant under the provisions of Subpart 19.8 or have been accepted as a requirement by SBA under Subpart 19.8. Ironclad is not a registered 8(a) participant and is a

SDVOSB participant within the SDVOSB Concerns Program. Ironclad has been determined to be a responsible contractor with respect to performance and award can be made at a fair and reasonable price in accordance with FAR 13.106-3(a)(2).

6. Description of Efforts Made to Solicit Offers from as Many Offerors as Practicable, including a Description of

Market Research, if applicable, and a List of Interested Sources, if any.

Market research was conducted via a Sources Sought Notice (SSN)/Request for Information (RFI). SAM.gov was used to post a SSN on 29 July 2025 with a closing date of 31 July 2025 in order to find possible vendors who could offer the supply and determined if the items can be procured through any recommended sources, such as GSA or NASA SEWP. NAVSUP

FLCN received no responses to the RFI posting. Only Ironclad can meet the instant requirement as they own this subscription, are currently providing support, and are capable of continuing this support on 28 September 2025.

7. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost.

The Contracting Officer has determined that the anticipated cost to the Government of the supplies/services covered by this

Justification will be fair and reasonable.

8. Actions to Remove Barriers to Future Competition.

This is a follow on Sole Source requirement. As stated in the previous requirements executed Justification and Approval, the

J&A just stated we would assess whether competition is feasible if a potential source emerged, and after issuing a sources sought, it was determined competition is still not feasible.

For the reasons set forth in Paragraph 5, NAVSUP FLC Norfolk, Contracting Dept., Fleet Directorate, has no plans at this time to compete future contacts for the types of supplies covered by this document. If another potential source emerges, NAVSUP FLCN will assess whether competition for future requirements is feasible.

In accordance with PGI 206.302-1(d), a sources sought notice was posted to the Government-wide Point of Entry (GPE) on

July 29, 2025.

9. Contracting Point of Contact. The point of contact at NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Fleet Directorate is

James Keegan, Code 215.1, who may be contacted at 757-443-1419 or by e-mail at james.p.keegan7.civ@us.navy.mil.

Document Number: 25-216

CERTIFICATIONS AND APPROVAL

TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance which are included in this Justification and its supporting acquisition planning documents, except as noted herein, are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Technical/Requirements Cognizance:

Signature Name (Printed) Date Phone No.

LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW

I have determined this Justification is legally sufficient.

CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION

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

Justification value is >$250K and <$750K, the Contracting Officer’s signature below also represents approval of the document.