SSJ RSMO FEDRAMP_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for the RSMO FedRAMP contract. The document justifies a sole-source award to R.S. Means Company LLC for access to their web-based cost estimating database, specifically the RSMeans Online FedRAMP service. The procurement is for the 30 CONS/PKB contracting activity, with a project/program name of RSMO FedRAMP, and involves providing a standardized, reusable approach to security assessment and authorization for cloud service offerings.

The contract will provide access to the RS Means cost database, which is mandated for use by 30 CES contractors and other construction/demolition contractors on base. The service is copyrighted and solely owned by Gordian/R.S. Means Company LLC. The access will be for one year, during which additional efforts will be made to research alternative cost estimating services. The contracting officer has determined that a single source is reasonably available, with the procurement to be executed in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation guidelines.