Single/Sole Source 2 Updated 2/6/19 – Strategic Sourcing
Date Approved_______
Check ONLY ONE of the following:
☐ Sole Source - Good or service is only available from one particular source/vendor, due to
lack of competition, proprietary technology, copyright or the supplier's unique capability.
☐ Single Source - Good or service is directed to one source/vendor because of
standardization, warranty, location, or other factors, even though other competitive sources may
be available.
☐ Emergency Purchase- A purchase made due to an unexpected and urgent request where
health and safety or the conservation of public services is at risk.
Check AT LEAST ONE of the below non-competitive justifications:
☐ No Substitute Item - Engineering drawings, specifications or standardized products require
that equivalent products will not be accepted.
☐ Only Qualified Supplier - The reliability, maintainability, warranty or life of a system/product
may be compromised unless a specific, qualified and reliable source/vendor is selected.
☐ Product Incompatibility - Attachments, spare/replacement parts, etc. from other vendors are
not compatible with the original product.
☐ Professional/Consulting Services - Services are unique to the vendor/contractor or are
required by a governmental agency/program/the District (ex. Grants, Architects, etc.).
☐ Proprietary Good/Service - Good or service is protected by a patent or copyright, etc. that
prevents soliciting alternate sources. Patent or Copyright #: Requires justification letter from
vendor, see below.
☐ Time Restraints - Timely delivery of product or service will affect the success of project
outcome. Only one source/vendor can meet the specified time line.
☐ Emergency Purchase - Explain:
Explain why the procurement process cannot be followed for this product or service: