Single_Source_Evidence_Guide.pdf

The document outlines the requirements and guidelines for submitting single source requests with written evidence to support the request. It specifies that the written evidence must support an independent examination of the material facts of the procurement and address why it is not practical to award a contract using a more competitive method and why awarding a single source contract is in the state's best interest. It provides typical evidence types for different single source request types, such as proprietary product or service and unique skill/knowledge, ranging from written testimonies to documented research and OPN postings. The evidence required includes detailed descriptions from the State Program Manager and the vendor, quantified potential impacts if a different approach is taken, and documentation supporting the need for a single source contract.