Limited Sources Justification and Approval

This contract authorizes a limited sources justification to extend the services under an existing Delivery Order awarded to Tecolote Research, Inc. The original contract is part of a Federal Supply Schedule through the General Services Administration and falls under a Blanket Purchase Agreement with the Air Force. The extension covers a 60-day period from January 10, 2012, to March 1, 2012, with an estimated additional value of $250,000. This continuation supports the Military Satellite Communications Directorate’s financial management efforts, specifically focusing on reconciliation of commitments, obligations, and expenditures, integrating budget planning and execution tasks, and providing training through on-the-job methods. The scope of work includes program control and budget support activities related to the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process, as well as handling the financial elements of international partnership agreements. The effort is essential for maintaining accurate financial tracking and ensuring alignment with budgetary requirements. This extension follows ordering procedures compliant with relevant federal acquisition regulations and is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541712. The contract is administered by the Department of Defense at Peterson Air Force Base, with performance taking place in El Segundo, California. Key contacts include a contract specialist and a contracting officer responsible for managing the extension and related activities.