Notice of Intent to Sole Source-Tecsys
ID: 1144514Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - IT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DF01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/27da2681fbce438287a564b9699974e7/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), intends to issue a sole source contract to TECSYS, Inc. for the maintenance and support of its proprietary Elite Series Software. This procurement is necessary due to the software's proprietary nature, which restricts maintenance and support services to the original vendor, ensuring continued operational efficiency in critical animal health management tasks. The contract will be for one year and is justified under FAR 6.302-1, which allows for non-competitive procurement when only one responsible source can meet the agency's requirements. Interested parties may express their interest and capability by contacting Bonnie Simpson at bonnie.k.simpson@usda.gov by 5:00 p.m. MST on January 22, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bonnie Simpson
    (970) 297-8823
    bonnie.k.simpson@usda.gov
    Files
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    2025 TECSYS Single Source Justification.pdf
    The memorandum addresses the justification for a non-competitive procurement request by the Information Technology/Specialized Contracting Branch related to maintenance and support for the proprietary Elite Series software, which is owned by TECSYS, Inc. This software was previously acquired under specific APHIS contracts and is considered commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software. Due to its proprietary nature, market research was limited to TECSYS, as obtaining quotes from other vendors could compromise proprietary information. The justification for bypassing full and open competition is rooted in federal regulations that allow for single-source procurement when only one vendor can meet the agency's needs without incurring substantial additional costs. The memorandum outlines the significant investment made by the USDA-APHIS in this software, which supports critical operations across multiple jurisdictions, explaining the essential need for the continued maintenance and support. Adam Byersdorfer, NCAH IT Specialist, certifies the completeness and accuracy of the information, reinforcing the necessity of this sole-source acquisition to ensure uninterrupted service delivery in animal health management.
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