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Page 1 of 3 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Justification and Approval (J&A) For Other Than Full and Open Competition (>SAT) Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C262-22-AP-2517 Contracting Activity: Departme... Page 1 of 3 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Justification and Approval (J&A) For Other Than Full and Open Competition (>SAT) Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C262-22-AP-2517 Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 22, Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS), by the Network Contracting Office (NCO) 22. The VA2237 funding document for this action is 644-22-2-425-0039. Nature and/or Description of the Action Being Approved: This procurement is for Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT). This is a new firm fixed price indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract, in support of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), PVAHCS has a requirement for RRT due to the ongoing severe staffing shortage created by the pandemic. Description of Supplies/Services Required to Meet the Agency s Needs: RRT provide care for patients who have troubles breathing. PVAHCS needs Full Time Equivalent Employee RRT for the base period of 4/1/2022 to 9/30/2022 and one option period of 10/01/2022 to 3/31/2023. The estimated dollar amount for this contract for the base period is $1,139,949.72. The estimated dollar amount of this contract for the option period is $1,139,949.72. for a total estimated contract price of $2,279,899.44. Statutory Authority Permitting Other than Full and Open Competition: 41 USC §3304(a)(5), 38 U.S. Code § 8127(c), as implemented by FAR 6.302-5 (Authorized or Required by Statute). COs may use the non- competitive (sole source) procedures authorized in VAAR 819.7007 or 819.7008 up to $5, 000,000. Check the specific VAAR clause used below: (X) 819.7007 Sole source awards to a verified service-disabled veteran-owned small business; or ( ) 819.7008 Sole source awards to a verified veteran-owned small business Demonstration that the Contractor s Unique Qualifications and/or Nature of the Acquisition Requires the Use of the Authority Cited Above (applicability of authority): The contracting officer s determination to make a sole source award is a business decision wholly withing the discretion of the contracting officer. The statutory authority 38 U.S.C. 8127 (c), provides the authority to directly contract with a SDVOSB. A determination that only one SDVOSB can meet the requirement is not required. Millbrook Support Services, Inc. has been determined to be an eligible SDVOSB concern in accordance with VAAR 819.7003 and a responsible source with respect to performance. Millbrook Support Services, Inc. has completed staffing services of similar size, scope and complexity and has intimate knowledge of the facility and clinical processes having completed clinical services for PVAHCS. Millbrook Support Services, Inc. is on site at PVAHCS and has available resources to provide the medical services expeditiously within the period of performance needed. Description of Efforts Made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as deemed practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies: The statutory authority 38 U.S.C. 8127 (c), provides the authority to directly contract with a SDVOSB. To ensure that opportunities are available to the broadest number of verified SDVOSB, this authority will be used judiciously and only when in the best interest of the Government. In accordance with FAR 5.2 and FAR 6.305(a), a notice of the justification shall be made publicly available within 14 days of award. Determination by the CO that the Anticipated Cost to the Government will be Fair and Reasonable: The pricing received for this requirement will be compared to similar contracts awarded to determine price fair and reasonable based upon market research and comparison of the proposed price with prices found reasonable on previous purchases. Description of the Market Research Conducted and the Results, or a Statement of the Reasons Market Research Was Not Conducted: The business decision to make a sole source is based upon the following reasons: (1) No market research was conducted due to the urgent and compelling nature of this requirement. (2) the contractor has completed similar size and complexity requirements; and (3) the contractor has the necessary expertise based upon prior contracts. Based on the procedures authorized in VAAR 819.7007, the contracting officer has determined to make a sole source award to Millbrook Support Services, Inc. The vendor has met the eligibility criteria outlined in VAAR 819.7003, they are verified in VIP, and the action is below the $5M threshold. Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other than Full and Open Competition: None. The authority under 38 USC 8127(c) provides the authority to directly contract with a SDVOSB. Listing of Sources that Expressed, in Writing, an Interest in the Acquisition: No other sources have expressed interest in this requirement. A Statement of the Actions, if any, the Agency May Take to Remove or Overcome any Barriers to Competition before Making subsequent acquisitions for the supplies or services required: The Government will continue to conduct market research to determine available sources services that can fulfill the Government s requirements. Requirements Certification: I certify that the requirement outlined in this justification is a Bona Fide Need of the Department of Veterans Affairs and that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. Michael Sierra 212272 212272 Digitally signed by Michael Sierra Date: 2022.03.03 15:49:10 -07'00' Michael Sierra Administrative Officer/COR PVAHCS Approvals in accordance with the VHAPM Part 806.3 OFOC SOP: Contracting Officer or Designee s Certification (required): I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. Digitally signed by Trevor M. Hood Trevor M. Hood 659642 Trevor Hood Services 5, Branch Chief Network Contracting Office 22 659642 Date: 2022.03.02 12:44:13 -07'00' One Level Above the Contracting Officer (Required over the SAT but not exceeding $750K): I certify the justification meets requirements for other than full and open competition. CARLOS ACOSTA Digitally signed by CARLOS ACOSTA Date: 2022.03.04 06:47:46 -07'00' Carlos Acosta Division Chief I Digitally signed by Sabrina J. Smith Sabrina J. Smith 405687 405687 Date: 2022.03.04 08:44:24 -07'00' Network Contracting Office 22 NCO DoC Concurrence: Sabrina Smith Director of Contracting (DoC) Network Contracting Office 22 VHA RPO HCA Review and Approval: I have reviewed the foregoing justification and find it to be complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief and recommend approval approve ($750K to $75 million) for other than full and open competition. CURTIS JORDAN Digitally signed by CURTIS JORDAN Date: 2022.03.04 14:37:03 -07'00' Curtis M. Jordan Executive Director, Regional Procurement Office (RPO) West Head of Contracting Agency (HCA)