JOFOC for SAM Posting - UNOX combi oven and lateral support.pdf

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN

COMPETITION (OVERSEAS CONTRACTING ACTIVITIES)

1. I recommend that the US Embassy use other than full and open competition for the acquisition of:

1 unit electric combi oven and associated accessories. The total estimated cost is

BND$12,683.70 equivalent to approximately USD$9,558.17.

*Based on current exchange rate dated July 27, 2023, GMT+8

Description Unit Amount (BND$)

UNOX ChefTop Mind.Maps Countertop

ONE (XEVC-0511-E1RM)

8,620.00

UNOX ChefTop High Open Stand with

Lateral Supports (XWVRC-0711-H)

1,240.00

UNOX Bakerlux Shop Pro Wheel Kit

XUC012 (Optional)

1 490.00

UNOX ChefTop XUC001 Installation Kit 1 370.00

UNOX Cooking Essentials Start Up Set

XUC018

1,265.00

UNOX Perforated Teflon Coated Aluminium

Pan TG890

164.00

UNOX Perforated Stainless Steel Steaming

Tray

190.00

UNOX BACON.20 Stainless Steel Grid with

Fat Collection Tray

293.00

UNOX Oven Spray Detergent & Preserver

(Box of 12)

22.40

UNOX Det & Rinse Ultra 1 29.30

TOTAL BND$12,683.70

2. Nature and/or description of the action being approved.

Purchase, delivery, and installation of 1 electric combi oven, and 1 hot fridge for the CMR.

3. A description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency’s needs.

For professional food preparations, a combi oven is an indispensable tool. It has been proven to save time, money and space compared to a conventional oven.

With the UNOX ChefTop Mind.Maps Countertop ONE (XEVC-0511-E1RM), upon activation, it’s proprietary high performance heating element is able to heat up the oven from 20C (68F) to

260C (500F) in 300 seconds. A mere 5 minutes compared to 20 minutes to reach 176C/350F or even 45 minutes to an hour to reach 260C/500F. Even so, on average, UNOX ovens have shown to consume up to 30% less energy compared to traditional professional ovens. Both a time, and cost saving measure.

This oven is also able to cook in the presence (sous vide, steam, roast, braise, overnight cook, par-bake, pre-cook, pasteurize) or absence (grill, roast, sear, fry, smoke) of humidity. This removes the need to acquire several smaller appliances (sous vide, steamer, braiser/slow cooker, deep fryer, smoker) that can do each job individually, and instead opt for a machine that is multi-functional.

It is also able to function as a deck oven, for pastries, breads and baked goods, and a dehydrator.

Further removing the need to acquire specific tools for a singular kitchen task. Furthermore, it has

3 times the internal capacity of a conventional oven (which is currently in use at the CMR), coupled with its ability to cut down on preheating and cooking times, will allow us to save on labour cost as well.

The technology contained within the oven can allow us to keep track of cooking time and temperatures to ensure it stays within HACCP temperature guidelines for food safety. It can also program and store over 200 unique recipes and creations, allowing for ensured consistency and repeatability time and time again.

4. An identification of the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition.

Only One Responsible Source (FAR 6.302-1). Sole source (where only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements) under 41 USC 253(c)(1). The acquisition does not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold ($150,000).

5. A demonstration that the proposed contractor’s unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the authority cited (for sole source acquisitions; also required for unusual and compelling urgency where more than one offer will not be solicited).

Catertrade Restaurant Equipment Supplies (B) Sdn Bhd is the sole distributor in Brunei

Darussalam of the UNOX brand. The company regularly brings in brand ambassadors to demonstrate optimised usage of their line of UNOX ovens and is trusted with carrying out repairs under warranty.

6. A description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable. The description should include whether a FedBizOpps notice was or will be publicized, as required by FAR 5.2, and if not, which exception under FAR 5.202 applies (e.g., blanket waiver provided in DOSAR 605.202-70).

See above. A FedBizOpps notice was or will not be publicized, as required by EAR 5.2 under exception FAR 5.202(13) - The proposed contract action — (i) is for an amount not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

7. A determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

As per item 5.

8. A description of the market survey conducted and the results or a statement of the reasons a market survey was not conducted.

As per item 5.

9. Any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition.

N/A

10. A listing of sources, if any that expressed, in writing, an interest in the acquisition.

11. A statement of the actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services required.

CERTIFICATIONS

I certify that this justification is accurate and contains complete data necessary to support the recommendation for other than full and open competition.

July 27, 2023 / signed /

Date Name: Lys Boon

Title: Procurement Agent

Requirements Office

I certify that this submission is accurate, and that it contains complete information necessary to enable other officials to make an informed recommendation for approval or disapproval.

July 27, 2023 / signed /

Date Contracting Officer: Inna Moody