10 USC 2304(c)(1) Only One Responsible Source (or Limited Sources)
10 USC 2304(c)(1) Only One Responsible Source (or Limited Sources)
Guidance located at FAR 6.302-1 and DFARS 206.302-1
Applies when only one responsible source available, or a limited number of sources can satisfy the requirement
Appropriate when impediments are known to exist
Even if more than one potential source exists
Example: A follow-on contract is planned for highly specialized services, award to any other source would result in the duplication of costs or unacceptable delays
Key points for justification
Ability to validate assumptions regarding the specified sources unique capabilities
Identify all sources that expressed interest in the requirement, and details regarding the evaluation of their capabilities
Thoroughly describe unique capabilities or qualifications that form basis of the justification
If absence of required data or limited rights data involved: Document the actions taken to obtain missing data or to validate, challenge or otherwise remove the impediment
