Brand_Name_Justification.doc

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and National Reconditioning Center (NRC) in Grandview, MO has a requirement to purchase two hundred twenty five (225) AAK brand power supplies, item #CT15.15-.3SP.

Delivery Address

NRC

14200 Merritt Road Grandview, MO 64030 AAK Brand Name Justification NRC requires AAK brand power supplies to replenish logistics supply stock for the ASOS system visibility sensor. The ASOS system provides meteorological data at the surface to support the NWS forecast and warning mission. All spares for fielded equipment in this program are required to identical to the item which is currently in use in the field.

Introducing a substitute power supply brand, other than AAK, would adversely impact the performance of the visibility sensor and system availability. Acceptance of any item other than the original equipment would require testing to be completely re-accomplished. That testing would involve significant funding and time, which would affect the NWS mission to protect life and property by providing timely and accurate weather forecasts and warnings.

***AUTHORIZED AAK RESELLERS ONLY***

The Statutory Authority for this action is FAR 11.105(a)(1) The particular brand name, product, or feature is essential to the Government’s requirements, and market research indicates other companies’ similar products, or products lacking the particular feature, do not meet, or cannot be modified to meet, the agency’s needs.

Any party who feels they can provide other than the brand name specified must be able to demonstrate their ability to provide the supplies to meet the specifications and requirements listed. Firms must furnish detailed specifications and descriptions to demonstrate their capability to provide the items and satisfy the Government’s needs. Capability information shall include, at a minimum, name, telephone number and address of concerns for which you have previously furnished this item, and detailed narrative that describes your ability to provide this item as specified and descriptive literature. Interested parties must respond within seven (7) days after publication of this notice. Responses can be sent via e-mail to elliott.waxman@noaa.gov.