Single Source Justification Under SAT_GEM PR16022345 - signed_Redacted.pdf
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This is a Single Source Justification document under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) pursuant to FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).
The Department of State, U.S. Embassy Baghdad, GSO Procurement seeks to procure solar-powered electric vehicles (EVs) from Polaris GEM for the Baghdad Embassy Compound (BEC) to support Mission Iraq operations. The acquisition includes three (3) GEM E4 models and one (1) E2 model, with an estimated combined value provided in redacted sections of the document. The solar-powered specification is identified as the key differentiator, as the abundant sunlight in Baghdad enables the vehicles to draw minimal power from the grid, eliminates the need for charging station infrastructure, and ensures operational readiness at all times. The single-source justification is based on brand-name requirements under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). The Government cites Embassy Baghdad's proven positive track record with Polaris GEM solar-powered EVs in austere environmental conditions, their superior performance compared to previously procured multi-brand electric vehicles that did not meet operational requirements, and the operational advantages of fleet standardization. Standardizing on Polaris vehicles enables parts cannibalization and interchangeability, reduces maintenance requirements, and alleviates supply chain constraints as the Mission reduces its overall footprint and storage capacity. The justification was certified by Lutisha Corbin, Resource Coordinator/Logistics for the Regional Security Office, on June 22, 2026, and approved by Alexander L. Straus, Contracting Officer for GSO Procurement, on July 1, 2026.
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SINGLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION UNDER THE SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD (SAT)
PURSUANT TO FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)
1. Identification of the agency and the contracting activity:
This is a justification to solicit from a single source for an acquisition being conducted by the Department of State, U.S. Embassy Baghdad, GSO Procurement.
2. A description of the supplies or services required (including estimated value):
The Baghdad Embassy Compound (BEC), Mission Iraq needs electric vehicles with the following specifications:
a. Solar Powered Electric Vehicles (EV) by Polaris GEM. After discussions with the General Services Officer (GSO), the solar panels are the key difference maker because of the abundance of sun in Baghdad. They will draw less power from the grid, not require any charging stations, and will place post in a better position to be ready at any moment's notice. The estimated combined value of all the electric vehicles approximately This will allow the Regional Security Office to satisfy the urgent need for
b. Three (3) GEM E4 and one (1) E2 electric vehicles.
3. An identification of the circumstances that preclude competition:
In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(1), the Contracting Officer has deemed only one source reasonably available based on the following:
☒ Brand-name
4. Supporting information and facts.
Post has a history of EVs that perform well in austere environmental conditions. The Solar Powered EVs by Polaris-GEM has a proven positive track record and does not require as much maintenance as the other electric vehicles. As a result, Embassy Baghdad has decided to standardize Electric Vehicles fleet to Polaris models.
The practicality that standardization provides for cannibalization and interchangeability of parts between the same make of vehicles alleviates disruption to vital Embassy functions.
Embassy Baghdad has previously procured electric vehicles from multiple brands;
however, those vehicles did not meet the operational requirements of post. As the Mission advances toward normalization and reduces its overall footprint, storage
6-22-2026 capacity is increasingly constrained; limiting our ability to stock and manage spare parts across multiple vehicle brands.
CERTIFICATION
PROGRAM OFFICE SIGNATURE:
Lutisha Corbin Resource Coordinator/Logistics Regional Security Office
Date
APPROVAL
CO SIGNATURE:
Alexander L. Straus Date Contracting Officer GSO Procurement
7-1-2026
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