Sole Source J&A - Repatriation of NAPRA and Funerary Materials

The contract, titled "Sole Source J&A - Repatriation of NAPRA and Funerary Materials," is a sole source justification and approval issued on September 25, 2019, by the Coronado National Forest under the Department of Agriculture. It involves the repatriation of Native American human remains and associated funerary objects, falling under the NAICS code 611310, which relates to institutions involved in educational support services. The contract is managed by Contracting Officer Joleen Dedmon, based in Tucson, Arizona. The procurement reflects a specialized requirement that justifies a sole source acquisition, likely due to the sensitive and culturally significant nature of the materials and the specific expertise needed to handle them appropriately. The contract emphasizes the federal agency's commitment to comply with relevant laws and regulations regarding the respectful handling and repatriation of Native American remains and funerary items. While the exact place of performance details are unspecified, the coordination and oversight are carried out through the Coronado National Forest office. This sole source J&A ensures a streamlined acquisition process by acknowledging the uniqueness of the contractor’s capabilities or the circumstances that preclude competition, in order to fulfill the government's obligations for cultural resource management and protection.