Sole Source

A sole source contract was issued for a six-month period due to government shutdown delays that extended beyond the expiration of the previous contract. This interim contract was established under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) and FAR 6.302-2, citing unusual and compelling urgency that prevents full and open competition. The purpose of this action is to provide sufficient time to properly execute a longer-term contract consisting of a one-year base period with four additional option years, or as directed by AFRC-A7K. The contract is set aside as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5 and is designated for NAICS code 562991, indicating a focus on waste management and remedial services. The place of performance for the contract is located in Homestead, Florida, zip code 33039. The contract specialists overseeing the procurement include Lori S. Bartz and Ivelisse Hernandez, who serve as point of contact for this acquisition. This sole source contract aims to avoid delays that could cause serious financial or other injuries to the government by ensuring continuity of services required under this specific procurement.