Justification and Approval

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Background The justification and approval document pertains to a sole source award to BP Products North America Inc. This action is taken for a requirement that arose from a contingency operation which could not be anticipated. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy is the agency involved, and the goal of this contract is to ensure the timely provision of necessary supplies or services without full and open competition due to the unique circumstances surrounding the acquisition. Work Details The justification cites that there are no applicable details regarding specific products or services to be delivered under this contract as it relates to a contingency operation. The document references sections 2 and 5 for further rationale on the extent and nature of harm if competition were pursued. It also notes that there are no known actions that can be taken to remove barriers to competition for future acquisitions related to this requirement. Period of Performance The geographic location(s) the product will be delivered to or performed at. Bidder Requirements The justification does not outline specific bidder requirements or qualifications needed for this award, as it is a sole source contract awarded under unique circumstances.