Office of Extramural Research (OER) Scientific and Program Support Services

This justification and approval for an exception to the fair opportunity process inaccordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1. This posting serves as the official notice for the “Justification and approval for other than fulland open competition”. The action being approved pertains to obtaining continuation of the current Office of Extramural Research (OER) Scientific and Program Support Services. The supplies or services required to meet the agency's needs can be found within the attached justification. The exception to fair opportunity is based on the information stated within the posted justification. The Government has determined that the anticipated cost will be fair and reasonable. Additional facts supporting this justification can be found within the attached