20126419 Att_2-Sole_Source_Determination_Not_Exceeding_SAT_Redacted.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: __09/15/2021__________ PR Number: 20126419______________

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

This requirement is to issue a firm fixed price purchase order for the acquisition of the ROCO

Rescue equipment for the Special Response Team (SRT) at the Los Angeles Field Office. The estimated cost for this procurement action is

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:

ROCO Rescue is a company utilized by CBP to conduct training and equipment purchases.

ROCO provides the training utilized by CBP Special Operations Teams to include OFO Special

Response Team (SRT) and Border Patrol Search, Trauma, and Rescue (BORSTAR) team.

ROCO puts together equipment packages with all the equipment used during the training course that is geared towards what is necessary to successfully complete the law enforcement special operations mission. The tactical lifesaving equipment provided by ROCO Rescue has been tested and approved by Special Operators in the field. Other federal agencies also utilize ROCO Rescue for equipment purchases. Having similar equipment with other federal agencies is extremely important for equipment familiarity and interoperability when responding to rescue and tactical situations in the field. This is critical when CBP personnel are involved in life saving situations.

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.

_________ Comparison to IGCE.

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

_________ Contracting Officer’s personal knowledge.

_________ Other. Explain:

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.

__Nicholas Bell____________________________ _09/15/2021______

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