26Q7260_SOLE SOURCE.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI) document for federal procurement solicitation SPMVM226Q7260 issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support in Columbus.

The procurement seeks to acquire 600 (4400 lb bulk bags) of ExtremeBlast GX3 Garnet Abrasive, totaling 2,640,000 pounds, with an estimated contract value of $1,372,800.00. The supplies are for various projects for boats at the Trident Refit Facility. This is a fixed-quantity, firm-fixed-price acquisition under FAR Part 12 (simplified acquisition threshold). The contracting activity restricted competition to one approved source: GMA Garnet USA (CAGE 4S8C6). The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority for the sole-source award. The government determined that ExtremeBlast GX3 is required because it demonstrates superior ability to shorten project timelines through more efficient sandblasting and cleaning, particularly the 30/60 grit blend's effectiveness in cutting through thick marine preservation coatings while simultaneously cleaning substrates. Comparative testing at the Trident Refit Facility showed superior performance compared to alternatives including garnet, glass, plastic, and slag abrasives, and the product enables higher production volumes, material recycling capability, and reduced disposal costs.

The solicitation was synopsized on SAM.gov on April 2, 2026, for five business days and posted for eight days. A Sources Sought Notice yielded responses from two vendors: Blastmaster Holdings USA, LLC (Cage 68G96) and Phorjays LLC (Cage 8MGN3), both small businesses. Market research conducted in April/May 2026 confirmed these vendors' capabilities; Blastmaster has delivered this product previously to TRF Bangor, while Phorjays indicated a teaming arrangement with authorized supplier Sherwin Williams. Procurement history review and general internet search identified no other potential manufacturing sources. The contracting officer certified fair and reasonable pricing based on comparison of proposed prices to historical data and will request certified cost or pricing data as required.