Sole Source Justification for PR16222998.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) document from the U.S. Department of State's Office of the Procurement Executive, dated August 21, 2026, for a sole-source contract award to B David Company Inc.

The contracting activity is the Facility Management Office at the U.S. Embassy in Baku, Azerbaijan, with a Procurement Request Number PR16222998 and an estimated contract value of USD 16,740.64. The requirement is for replacement filter sets and spare parts for whole house water filtration systems at the Embassy. The justification for sole-source acquisition is based on the existing water filtration systems being compatible only with components manufactured by B David Company Inc., as the systems were originally procured per Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) specifications that designated B David as the approved manufacturer. No other source can supply compatible parts that will function with the Embassy's existing equipment. Direct purchase from the manufacturer ensures the best price to the Government, as any other potential supplier would need to purchase components from B David and resell them at a markup. The contracting officer has determined the price is fair and reasonable. No market research was conducted due to the single-source compatibility requirement, and no other sources have expressed written interest in the acquisition. A SAM.gov notice will be posted within 14 days after contract award. The document is signed by Contracting Officer Courtney Smith and includes technical certification by FAC Manager Wayland Wong dated August 21, 2026.