Sole Source_Redacted_Hotel Rooms_Training Event SLT 431 Class.pdf

This is a Sole Source Documentation form (FAR Part 13) for a purchase order between $10,000 and $250,000. The document justifies a sole source acquisition for hotel lodging services required to accommodate 40 students in the SLT 431 class for 6 nights during March 22-28, 2026.

The contracting agency conducted market research by contacting three local vendors near the DEA Office of Training Academy. The Holiday Inn Express was identified as the only vendor with availability to accommodate the group at the required location and timeframe. Two additional vendors contacted had availability but pricing information is redacted, and a third vendor had no availability. The document notes that the Holiday Inn Express is conveniently located 6.3 miles (15 minutes) from the DEA Training Academy, placing it among the closest hotels to the facility. It is within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and the DEA Cafeteria. The contracting officer certifies that the price will be found fair and reasonable, and indicates that future hotel procurements for this requirement will be rotated among various local vendors to promote competition.