TAB 5 Memo for File - Sole Source Justisfication.pdf

DDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY

DISTRIBUTION

430 MIFFLIN AVENUE SUITE 3102A

NEW CUMBERLAND, PENNSYLVANIA 17070-5007

MEMORANDUM FOR RECORD

SUBJECT: Sole Sourc e Solicitation /Contract # SP3300-20-P-0400

REFERENCE: FAR 11.105, DFARS/ PGI 211.105 or FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i)

1. Identification of the Agency and Contracting Activity

DLA Distribution, DLA Distribution J7 BLDG 430 Mifflin Ave New Cumberland PA 17070

2. Describe the contract action, to include the dollar value and the type of limited justification.

This acquisition is conducted using FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures and was conducted by soliciting from a single source in accordance with FAR 13.106(b)(1)(i). This requirement will be awarded to Mammoth Global Partners, Inc. in the amount of $102,298.83.

3. Description of the Supplies/Services

DLA Distribution has a requirement to obtain cloth face masks for multiple DLA depots CONUS and OCONUS. 17,213 facemasks were ordered to help maintain operations, balance public safety and to combat the spread of this disease, while ensuring the continued operation of the daily functions at all depots. This purchase is a DO rated defense contract and is considered to be part of the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce. The delivery time period is 7-10 days for delivery.

4. Justification Rationale for Use of Sole Source

The purchase for cloth face masks is a sole source requirement. Masks are needed at DLA Depots to combat the spread of COVID-19. A sole source requirement was conducted because of the urgent and compelling need of the masks and normal procedures would result in unacceptable delays. DLA worked with Mammoth Global Partners, Inc. before and knew they could provide the required masks.

Mammoth gave the government a discount of $1.01 off per mask.

DDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY

DISTRIBUTION

430 MIFFLIN AVENUE SUITE 3102A

NEW CUMBERLAND, PENNSYLVANIA 17070-5007

5. Market Research and Interested Sources

In accordance with FAR Part 10, Market Research was performed by DLA Distribution J7 to arrive at the most suitable approach for the purchase of cloth masks. Mammoth Global Partners is able to provide the required masks at a discounted rate to the Government within a reasonable amount of time.

Resultant of the market research, DLA Distribution J7 was able to conclude the procurement of cloth masks are considered to be commercial items customarily sold, leased, or licensed to the general public.

6. Determination

As a result of the above, it is determined that it is in the Government’s best interest to conduct the acquisition on a sole source basis.

7. Other Supporting Facts

N/A

8. Fair and Reasonable

The masks are commercial items and the terms and conditions found at FAR 52.212-4 contain the same and/or similar language found in most commercial agreements used within the industry. These masks are used by the general public and therefore, considered “commercial” in accordance with FAR 2.101.

The price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness in accordance with FAR Part 13.

9. Certification, Review, and Approval

The following endorsements/approvals are to be provided for the Justification.

Reviewed and Approved by Jennifer D. Fasting Contracting Officer