Sole Source Justification_50310223P0021 (Redacted).pdf

Vital Law is the only legal research platform that has been found to provide the required comprehensive assortment of information with functionality required by SEC staff.

9. Any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition:

None.

10. A listing of the sources, if any that expressed, in writing an interest in the acquisition:

A listing of any sources that express interest in this acquisition will be maintained in the contract file.

11. A statement of the actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services required:

The SEC will perform market research for future acquisitions for the purpose of verifying the sole source nature of this requirement.

12. Required Signatures:

TECHNICAL & REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATIONS: I certify that the facts and representations which form the basis for this justification are accurate and complete.

(Signature)

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

General Counsel Review Based upon the facts and rationale presented herein, this justification appears legally sufficient.

Procuring Activity Competition Advocate Approval: I have reviewed this justification and find it to be accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Since this justification does not exceed $15M, this review serves as approval.

Approved: