AQSS - HT005019F0002 - JEFO
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Health Agency (DHA) has issued a Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity (JEFO) for an extension of Acquisition Support Services (AQSS). This JEFO, under FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B), allows for a direct negotiation with the incumbent, Amyx, Inc., to prevent a lapse in critical services due to delays in the recompete process. The extension covers a base period from February 15, 2026, to June 14, 2026, with one option period extending to October 14, 2026.
Purpose of JEFO
This justification is necessary to maintain the existing level of effort for AQSS without new work or scope changes. The original requirement was competed under the GSA OASIS contract. Delays in the source selection for the follow-on recompete (HT001524R0010), including an increased number of proposals, personnel transitions, extended review times, and a government shutdown, have pushed back the anticipated award date. Allowing the current services to expire before a new contract is awarded would result in a substantial loss of functionality, critical support, and potential mission failure for DHACA.
Scope of Services
The Acquisition Support Services include:
- Program management
- Career management
- Acquisition process improvement
- Business operations
- Procurement policy
- Acquisition systems
- Government purchase card
- Quality management
- Administrative support
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price extension
- Incumbent: Amyx, Inc.
- Period of Performance:
- Base Period: February 15, 2026 – June 14, 2026
- Option Period 1: June 15, 2026 – October 14, 2026
- Place of Performance: San Antonio, TX
- Product Service Code: R707 (Contract, Procurement, And Acquisition Support Services)
Relevance to Bidders
This notice serves as an explanation for the direct extension of services with the incumbent. It is not a solicitation for new offers. Interested parties should monitor for the eventual recompete solicitation (HT001524R0010) once the source selection process is complete.
Contact Information
- Primary: Pamela Bryerton (pamela.j.bryerton.civ@health.mil)
- Secondary: Mallory Vasquez (mallory.m.vasquez.civ@health.mil)