ServiceNow- 8.405-6(b)- Items peculiar to one manufacturer
ID: 73351023Q0190Type: Justification
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SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONSMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONOFC OF PERF MGMT AND CFOWASHINGTON, DC, 20416, USA

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IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DA01)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b85959413840480cabef0ee7267f9279/view
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    The Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking to procure additional licenses for ServiceNow software, which is essential for integrating multiple platforms used by its Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and Office of Disaster Assistance (ODA). The procurement is justified under FAR 8.405-6(b) due to the unique capabilities of ServiceNow, which is the only software that can effectively support the SBA's mission-critical operations and compliance with Executive Order 14043, particularly in managing COVID-19 vaccination records for federal employees. The licenses are necessary to enhance the SBA's existing ServiceNow platform, ensuring seamless communication and data integrity across various business functions, thereby preventing disruptions in service management operations. Interested parties can contact Clinton Mouser at clinton.mouser@sba.gov for further details.

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