WSDOT_JOTFOC_FY23_signed_1.pdf

___ Urgent and compelling circumstances exist. Include critical delivery or performance dates, and when you became aware of the requirement. Provide a specific statement of the impact on Government operations, financial or otherwise, if the required delivery or performance dates are not met.

Other

Explain: In accordance with FAR 6.302(b), MORA concluded that minimum needs can only be met by the WSDOT. No other entity (private or public) could perform the work requested for the annual amount paid. Equivalent work performed under a competitive construction contract has been estimated to be between $250,000 to $500,000 for a one-year period.

WSDOT has the capability to respond on an on call basis for mobilization due to the nature of their operation and location of their facilities. The WSDOT is geared to rapid mobilization and equipment is located at a non-NPS location within a few miles of the NPS-owned sections of

State Route 123 and Highway 410 where no other entity would have access for staging. The

WSDOT is providing a great service to the NPS for only $85,000 per year. As the performer of maintenance on 14 miles of State Route 123 and 7 miles of Highway 410 for the State of

Washington and a mission "to keep people and business moving by operating and improving the state's transportation systems vital to our taxpayers and communities", WSDOT has a vested interest in the maintenance of both MORA routes, as well as the existing facilities, staff and expertise to perform that maintenance. Additionally, WSDOT is always the first on scene during snowfall and storm events because it is their job to ensure public safety and maintain the route of travel on State Route 123 and Highway 410. It is the responsibility of MORA to provide the public the best available means for safe passage through Mount Rainier National

Park. It would not be practicable for any other entity to provide the level of service that WSDOT can provide. It is considered in the Government's best interest to continue having WSDOT provide these services.

3. Market Research. Please explain the results or why one was not performed. State whether any other offers were received or anyone expressed interest:

WSDOT will perform a certain level of maintenance on MORA boundary areas of State Route

123 and Highway 410 regardless of whether or not the park provides funding; because it is a state highway and must remain open for the good of the public. Based on comparing the estimated cost to the Government for similar services including road striping and asphalt patching contracted in the past; this is considered very cost effective. Public notices in the past ten years on SAM.gov and Federal Business Opportunities for this contract have resulted in no response from any public or private entity. A special notice to include this justification will be publicized on the Federal Business Opportunities website for a period of 10 calendar days prior to issuance of the purchase order.

ATTACHMENT 2

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

for SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS OVER $3,000 ($2,000/$2500 for Construction/Services AND UP

TO $150,000

(See FAR 13.106-1)

PR Number 40603346

4. If this is a determination for sole source, the contracting officer certifies:

a. Only one source is available, or urgent and compelling circumstances exist.

b. The anticipated price will be determined fair and reasonable using the price analysis techniques described in FAR Part 13.106-3(a).

Type or Print Name: _Jim Ziolkowski _________________ _ Title: Project Officer

(Signature) ________________ (Date) __________ _

Type or Print Name:

Contracting Officer

Over $50,000:(if applicable)

(Signature) ________________ (Date) ________ _ Warranted Individual 1 Level Above Contracting Officer

02/06/2023 Hal Hoversten