GITM 6 month extension under FAR 16.505

This contract pertains to a six-month extension of the GITM under BPA SAQMMA10A0397, justified and approved in accordance with FAR 16.505. The extension maintains continuity of services related to the NAICS code 334111, which involves the manufacturing of electronic components and products. The extension signifies a continuation of the previously established Blanket Purchase Agreement, ensuring the government’s ongoing access to necessary technical or manufacturing services without issuing a new competitive solicitation. Key points include the continuation being managed via a Justification and Approval process, as stipulated by FAR 16.505, allowing for the streamlined extension under existing terms. The contract was originally posted in April 2014, and although specific organizational and location details are not provided, contact is maintained through Nichole Townes at the U.S. Department of State. This extension reflects the government’s need to efficiently manage procurement actions within established agreements to meet operational demands without interruption.