Redacted Sole Source Justification
Overview
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PSC
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Original Source
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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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a Sole Source Justification to extend its contract with Harkcon, Inc. for mission-essential support to its Emergency Management Program. This 4-month extension, valued at an estimated $5.6 million, ensures continuity for critical operations, including support for World Cup 2026, America 250, and Sail 250. A new competitive solicitation for these services is planned for release in FY26, with an award anticipated by August 5, 2026.
Purpose of Justification
This document justifies the extension of a Firm Fixed-Price Task Order (Order# 70Z02321FMPE00100) with Harkcon, Inc. The extension is necessary to prevent mission degradation and ensure uninterrupted support for the USCG's Emergency Management Program, which is vital for border security, commerce facilitation, and contingency response.
Rationale for Sole Source
The justification cites GSAR 538.7104-3(b)(ii), indicating that only one source is capable due to uniqueness or specialization. Harkcon, Inc. is identified as the incumbent with deep institutional knowledge, immediate operational capability, embedded expertise in legacy systems, and existing security clearances. Transitioning to a new vendor at this time would introduce unacceptable risks, significant delays, and increased costs, particularly impacting time-sensitive operations.
Contract Details
- Contractor: Harkcon, Inc.
- Action: Firm Fixed-Price Task Order extension
- Estimated Total Value (including options): $5,657,026.55
- Extension Period: April 7, 2026 – August 4, 2026 (4 months)
- Product Service Code: R429 (Support Professional: Emergency Response/Disaster Planning/Preparedness Support)
- Place of Performance: Fredericksburg, VA
- Published Date: April 16, 2026
Future Procurement
The USCG intends to conduct a new competitive solicitation for these services. This solicitation is planned for release in Fiscal Year 2026, with an award expected by August 5, 2026.
Contact Information
- Primary: Brenda S. Taylor (Brenda.S.Taylor2@uscg.mil, 206-815-0892)
- Secondary: Jesse L. Womack (Jesse.L.Womack@uscg.mil, 206-815-1084)