Interim Extension INL Haiti-SMEs

Amendment / Modification

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for a 2nd consecutive interim award extension for Contract No. 19AQMM22C0072 with Shields Point LLC. The extension is necessary to prevent unacceptable delays in mission-critical operations and to allow sufficient time for the government to finalize a competitive follow-on contract under the 8(a) program.

• Section 2: Nature and/or Description of the Action Being Approved: Details the request for the 2nd consecutive interim award extension, the incumbent contractor (Shields Point LLC), and the contract's current expiration date (February 28, 2026). It outlines a 90-day base period and three 1-month option periods for the extension.
• Section 3: Description of Supplies/Services Required to Meet the Agency's Needs: Describes the comprehensive support provided under the contract, including deploying Subject Matter Expert (SME) Advisors, logistics support to the Haitian National Police (HNP) School and Academy, overseeing Special Projects to strengthen HNP capacity, and providing life and mission support services to the in-country Program Management Office (PMO). It also notes the impact of a government shutdown on the recompete process.
• Section 4: Identification of the Statutory Authority Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition: Cites FAR 6.103-2 (Unusual and compelling urgency) as the authority. It explains the need for a sole-source extension due to urgent operational needs and the disruption caused by the government shutdown. It also emphasizes the importance of maintaining the 8(a) program framework for continuity and small business participation.
• Section 5: Demonstration that the Proposed Contractor's Unique Qualifications or the Nature of the Acquisition Requires Use of the Authority Cited: Details why Shields Point LLC is uniquely qualified, including their existing infrastructure, clearances, understanding of the local environment, and established team, which ensures uninterrupted service.
• Section 6: Description of Efforts to Ensure That Offers Were Solicited from as Many Potential Sources as Is Practicable: Mentions a sources sought notice (RFI-GTMPRI4943037) issued on SAM.gov, which received responses from seven small businesses, including three 8(a) companies. The government plans to issue a competitive 8(a) solicitation.
• Section 7: Determination by the Contracting Officer That the Anticipated Cost to the Government Is Fair and Reasonable: States that the Contracting Officer anticipates prices will be fair and reasonable based on previous work and market estimates.
• Section 8: Description of the Market Research Conducted and the Results or a Statement of the Reason Market Research Was Not Conducted: Summarizes the market research, confirming that multiple 8(a) businesses are capable of performing the requirements and that a competitive 8(a) solicitation is in the government's best interest. It also notes current security environment challenges.
• Section 9: Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other Than Full and Open Competition: Clarifies that the original contract was not competed and that the extension is not to circumvent competition but to allow time for proper acquisition planning and competition.

This document is a justification for an extension, not a solicitation. It does not directly impact proposal submission deadlines but explains the necessity for continuing services while a new competitive solicitation is prepared and awarded. The extension period is from March 1, 2026, through August 31, 2026.