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LIMITED-SOURCES JUSTIFICATION (GSA) SAT

JUSTIFICATION FOR AN EXCEPTION TO FAIR OPPORTUNITY

(ID/IQ TASK ORDER/DELIVERY ORDER) SAT

1. Description of Supplies/Services.

PART # DESCRIPTION QTY

E8257D Signal Generator, Microwave Analog 1 EA E8257D-550 Frequency Range from 250 kHz to 50 GHz 1 EA E8257D-1EU High Output Power 1 EA E8257D-1E1 Step Attenuator 1 EA E8257D-UNX Ultra Low Phase Noise 1 EA E8257D-UNT AM, FM, Phase Modulation, and LF Output 1 EA E8257D-UNW Narrow Pulse Modulation 1 EA E8257D-007 Analog Ramp Sweep 1 EA E8257D-1EH Improved Harmonics Below 2 GHz 1 EA N/A Shipping 1 AU

The requested supplies services represent the minimum requirements of the Government, which have been verified by the certifying technical and requirements personnel.

2. Regulatory Authority Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition.

SAM

FAR 13.106-1(b)(i) Soliciting from a single source

FAR 13.106-1(b)(ii) Particular brand-name item

GSA

FAR 8.405-6(a)(i)(1)(A) An urgent and compelling need exists

FAR 8.405-6(a)(i)(1)(B) Only one source is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized

FAR 8.405-6(a)(i)(1) C) In the interest of economy and efficiency, the new work is a logical follow-on to an original Federal Supply Schedule order provided that the original order was placed in accordance with the applicable Federal Supply Schedule ordering procedures (the original order or BPA must not have been previously issued under sole-source or limited-sources procedures).

FAR 8.405-6 (b) Items peculiar to one manufacturer (brand-name item) ID/IQ Task Order/Delivery Order (e.g. NASA SEWP or ARMY CHESS)

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(A) The agency need for the supplies or services is so urgent that providing a fair opportunity would result in unacceptable delays.

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B) Only one awardee is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services ordered are unique or highly specialized

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(C) The order must be issued on a sole-source basis in the interest of economy and efficiency because it is a logical follow-on to an order already issued under the contract, provided that all awardees were given a fair opportunity to be considered for the original order. [When utilizing this exception, the rationale shall describe why the relationship between the initial order and the follow-on is logical (e.g., in terms of scope, period of performance, or value).]

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(D) It is necessary to place an order to satisfy a minimum guarantee.

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(E) For orders exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, a statute expressly authorizes or requires that the purchase be made from a specified source.

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(F) In accordance with section 1331 of Public Law 111-240 ( 15 U.S.C.

644(r)), contracting officers may, at their discretion, set aside orders for any of the small business concerns identified in 19.000(a)(3). When setting aside orders for small business concerns, the specific small business program eligibility requirements identified in part 19 apply.

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(G) For DoD, NASA, and the Coast Guard, the order satisfies one of the exceptions permitting the use of other than full and open competition listed in 6.302 ( 10 U.S.C.

3406(c)(5)). The public interest exception shall not be used unless Congress is notified in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(7).

3. Rationale Justifying Use of Cited Regulatory Authority.

a.) The Items Described in Paragraph 1 Must Be Compatible In All Aspects (Form, Fit And Function) With Existing Systems Presently Installed.

b.) A Patent, Copyright, or Proprietary Data Limits Competition.

c.) The Items Described in Paragraph 1 are “Direct Replacements” Parts/Components for Existing Equipment.

The Signal Generator on this request is a Navy Standard and supports over 200 Instrument Calibration Procedures (ICPs). This standard is going directly to in Crane, IN to support calibration of Universal Counters, Oscilloscopes, Reference Attenuators, Power Sensors, Amplifiers and many other Test & Measurement Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE). This standard is listed in the National Calibration Equipment (NCE) repository.

d.) Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Supported By A Case Letter.

e.) Unusual and Compelling Urgency.

f.) Other: If required, discuss any other rationale that supports the use of a brand name/sole source for this effort.

4. Implication of Procuring Another Brand/Manufacturer.

a.) Unacceptable Delays in Fulfilling the Agency’s Requirements.

b.) Substantial Duplication Of Cost To The Government That Is Not Expected To Be Recovered Through Competition.

c.) Other: If required, discuss any other implication of procuring another brand/manufacturer.

This requirement supports the calibration of Universal Counters, Spectrum Analyzers, Power Sensors, Oscilloscopes, Reference Attenuators, and many other TMDE. This Calibration Standard is utilized in over ICPs. If any other model is procured, the delay of modifying ICPs would incur an estimated additional hours ( ICPs @ hours each).

The real-time delay is estimated between to complete the ICP modifications at each step for the required research, reviews, and approvals throughout the technical, financial, and leadership chain.

If any other model is procured, the cost of modifying these ICPs is estimated at ICPs @ hours each at per hour)

Procurement of a model other than the Keysight Signal Generator listed would impact the continuous calibration and testing required for Universal Counters, Power Meters, Power Sensors, Attenuators, Oscilloscopes and other TMDE coming in at multiple Navy Calibration Labs.

5. Actions to Remove Barriers to Competition.

CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this justification and its supporting data/documentation, are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

CUSTOMER:

951.393-5355 2/16/2024 Name, Title, Code Phone No. Date

APPROVALS

I certify that the Customer representations above have been verified, and are complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the processing of this brand name/sole-source justification precludes the use of full and open competition.

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR/SPECIALIST:

Name, Title, Code Phone No. Date

I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that completing this purchase as a brand name/sole source is in the best interest of the Government.

CONTRACTING OFFICER:

Name, Title, Code Phone No. Date

For the reasons set forth in paragraphs 3 and 4 of this Justification, Corona Division has no plans at this time to compete future contracts for the type of supplies/services covered by this document. If another potential source emerges, the Corona Division will assess whether competition for future requirements is feasible.

CONLON.GRAHAM.MALACHA. Digitally signed by

CONLON.GRAHAM.MALACHA.

Date: 2024.04.10 17:14:55 -07'00'