American Sign Language Interpreter Services (Bridge)

This contract, identified by solicitation number FA860126A0008, is a sole-source bridge Blanket Purchase Agreement for American Sign Language interpreter services at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, issued by the Department of Defense under AFLCMC/PZIBB. The award is justified under FAR 6.103-2 and RFO 13.101(b) due to unusual and compelling urgency, with no time available to conduct a full and open competition. The primary purpose is to maintain uninterrupted interpreter services for deaf and hard-of-hearing personnel, ensuring compliance with Section 501 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The bridge agreement is limited to a five-month duration ending August 3, 2026, solely to prevent service disruption while a competitive follow-on acquisition is planned. The estimated total value is $50,000, with no separate line items, options, or cost breakdowns provided. Performance is confined to facilities at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, and the incumbent provider is retained because it is the only source with pre-vetted interpreters capable of immediate deployment under strict security and operational conditions. No formal evaluation factors, competitive criteria, or quality inspection standards are defined beyond the legal mandates for accessibility, and no invoicing procedures, payment instructions, contracting officer details, or acceptance procedures are documented. The contract does not involve physical delivery or packaging, and no offeror representations, certifications, or socioeconomic status information are included, as the action is non-competitive and based solely on legal obligation and operational necessity.