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Defines “sole source” and explains evaluation rationale under RCW 39.26.010, emphasizing how unique availability, qualifications, costs, and risks must outweigh the benefits of competitive contracting. 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Once completed, copy and paste the answers into the corresponding SSCD question and answer fields. You will also need to include a copy of this completed form in the documents you post to your agency website and in  WEBS.  \nWhat is a sole source contract?  \n\"Sole source\" means a contractor providing goods or services of such a unique nature or sole availability at the location required that the contractor is clearly and justifiably the only practicable source to provide the goods or services. (RCW 39.26. 010)  \nUnique qualifications or services are those which are highly specialized or one-of-a-kind.  \nOther factors which may be considered include past performance, cost-effectiveness (learning curve), and/or follow-up nature of the required goods and/or services. Past performance alone does not provide adequate justification for a sole source contract. Time constraints may be considered as a contributing factor in a sole source justification however will not be on its own a sufficient justification.  \nWhy is a sole source justification required?  \nThe State of Washington, by policy and law, believes competition is the best strategy to obtain the best value for the goods and services it purchases, and to ensure that all interested vendors have a fair and transparent opportunity to sell goods and services to the state.  \nA sole source contract does not benefit from competition. Thus the state, through RCW 39.26. 010, has determined it is important to evaluate whether the conditions, costs and risks related to the proposal of a sole source contract truly outweigh forgoing the benefits of a competitive contract.  \nProviding compelling answers to the following questions will facilitate the evaluation.   \nSpecific Problem or Need  \n• What is the business need or problem that requires this contract?  \nContinuity, trust and legislative guidance. WSDOT needs the trust of the Minority business community. Mr. Yates has been closely involved in the D/SBE, M/WBE and Veteran owned business community and is well established as a trusted, respected and knowledgeable individual. Mr. Yates will be instrumental in assisting WSDOT to establish an effective Legislative/Community Engagement/Stakeholder Outreach program. Mr. Yates’ services ensure a single point of contact for legislative and other issues and concerns brought to the attention of WSDOT from the D/SBE, M/WBE and  \nVeterans business community. This single point of contact with Mr. Yates is essential in re-establishing a common goal and a more trusting relationship with the D/SBE, M/WBE, and veteran business community  \nSole Source Criteria  \n• Describe the unique features, qualifications, abilities or expertise of the contractor proposed for this sole source contract.  \nHenry Yates, President of Yates Consulting, possesses the unique qualifications necessitated in this contract , having recently served as WSDOT’s interim DBE Liaison Officer and DBE Community Engagement. In this position, he assisted WSDOT’s DBE programs regarding FAA, FHWA, and FTA-funded projects through community outreach to the DBE community.  \nMr. Yates is actively involved in the D/SBE, M/WBE, and Veteran owned business community, and his expertise is well-established as a trusted, respected, and knowledgeable individual. WSDOT believes in utilizing Mr. Yates as the point of contact for issues and concerns brought to the attention of WSDOT from the D/SBE, M/WBE, and Veteran business community relative to the mega-projects will allow the agency to maintain of highest standards and build a trusting relationship with the D/SBE, M/WBE, and Veteran business communities.  \n• What kind of market research did the agency conduct to conclude that alternative sources were inappropriate or unavailable? 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