F-35 VDATS NAI API

This document outlines requirements for justifying and documenting orders placed against GSA Schedule contracts, particularly when limiting the number of schedule holders considered. Ordering activities must demonstrate best value consistent with FAR 8.404(d), considering factors beyond price such as past performance, features, warranty, and delivery terms. A thorough justification is required when restricting competition, referencing FAR 8.405-6 and detailing market research conducted (or rationale for its absence) to support the limited source selection. Specific attention must be paid to CLIN structure, clearly identifying supplies, services, new software, and software renewals with associated pricing, quantities, and delivery/performance schedules. The justification must also address how the evaluation of effort and price reasonableness will be conducted, and outline any actions to remove barriers to future competition. Contractors should be prepared to provide documentation supporting unique qualifications or specialized capabilities if a limited source justification is invoked.

Notice ID

357a3b5ccbe247d8900d96c0cc75f14a

Solicitation Number

14894

NAICS Code

3341

Classification Code

4940