Intent to Sole Source Membership Requirement

DLA Energy has awarded a sole source firm fixed price contract to the Joint Inspection Group for an associate membership covering the period from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2021. This procurement, conducted under FAR 6.302-1 and 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), is justified because the Joint Inspection Group is the only source for its proprietary aviation fuel quality control and handling standards. The membership provides essential access to technical forums and the development, publication, and distribution of standards JIG 1, 2, 3, and 4 to ensure safe and cost effective best practices for aviation equipment. The contract, identified by solicitation number SP0604-21-Q-0400 and NAICS code 511120, has an estimated value of 7,250 British Pounds, approximately 9,390.20 US Dollars. Managed by the Department of Defense through DLA Energy, the place of performance is located in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. The primary objective of this agreement is to maintain access to critical aviation fuel quality control guidelines and operating procedures for a twelve month duration.