Limited_Sources_Justification.pdf

Attachment 2

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Sole Source Determination

For actions above the micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding the SAT

Version 1.0 September 2016

Date: _06 June 2018___ PR Number: __0020106891_________

1. Nature and/or description of the item/service being procured and anticipated cost:

LAP - Dell Precision 7720 17 PRO (XGSA Custom), three (3) each

2. Sole Source Determination Rationale in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii).

(Check one and explain below):

_________ Only one source reasonably available.

_________ Urgent and compelling circumstances exists.

_________ Exclusive licensing agreement exists.

_____X___ Brand name. If the brand name requirement applies to a portion of the procurement, please identify that portion.

_________ Industrial Mobilization

_________ Other. Explain:

These laptops will be used in the support of the Minotaur Mission Management system testing and support. Previous manufacturer’s laptop testing resulted in failed laptop performance due to several factors including the harsh testing environment (Test jig in outdoor conditions, vibrations, moisture, etc.). The results of a market research indicates other companies’ products lack the particular feature(s) required and do not meet, or cannot be modified to meet, the needs of CBP. Specifically the other laptops were grossly underpowered. Additionally, the DELL laptops contain Solid State Drives (SSDs) that allow the equipment to efficiently work in harsh environments. DELL meets CBP interoperability requirements and can also be swiftly and seamlessly swapped into various aircraft test jigs.

3. The anticipated price will be determined fair and reasonable based on one or more of the price analysis techniques described below in accordance with FAR Part 13.106-3(a)(2). (Check one and provide short explanation or description of action taken):

__X______ Market Research.

_________ Comparison of the proposed price with prices found reasonable on previous purchases.

_________ Current price List.

_________ Comparison with similar items in a related industry.

__X______ Comparison to IGCE.

_________ Contracting Officer’s personal knowledge.

_________ Other. Explain:

Attachment 2

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Sole Source Determination

For actions above the micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding the SAT

Version 1.0 September 2016

4. Technical/Requirements Personnel Certification:

I certify that this requirement meets the Government’s minimum need and that the supporting data, which forms a basis for the Sole Source Determination, is accurate and complete.

Technical Representative/COR Date

5. Contracting Officer Certification/Approval:

I hereby determine that the circumstances described herein exist and that the information is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge:

Contracting Officer Date