JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
ID: 72001G23C0014Type: Justification
Overview

Buyer

AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID M/OAAWASHINGTON, DC, 20523, USA

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0d27ee2e3c39479d84fa04ce13dd4421/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking to enter into a contract with the Canton Group for website design, administrative, and maintenance support services, specifically for the Office of Inspector General (OIG). The primary objective of this procurement is to continue the redesign and maintenance of the USAID OIG External Public Website, ensuring compliance with security requirements and addressing existing vulnerabilities in the current content management system. This contract is critical for maintaining the functionality and security of the OIG's public-facing digital presence, which is essential for the dissemination of legally required reports and information. The estimated cost for this contract is $929,469.61, with a performance period starting from March 15, 2023, to March 14, 2024, and options for two additional years. Interested parties can contact Scott Ferrante at sferrante@usaid.gov for further details.

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    Scott Ferrante
    sferrante@usaid.gov
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    Canton_Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development's Office of Inspector General intends to enter into a contract with the Canton Group for website design, support, and maintenance due to the contractor's unique qualifications and familiarity with the existing systems. This follow-on contract, justified under FAR 6.302-1 for only one responsible source, is essential for completing security assessments and addressing vulnerabilities in the current content management system while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements. The contract period spans from March 15, 2023, to March 14, 2026, with an estimated cost of $929,469.61.
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