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FA466124Q0119
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Department of the Air Force Global Strike Command

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This document is a Sole Source (Including Brand Name) Justification for simplified procedures for certain commercial items. It describes the U.S. Air Force's requirement to procure a HAAS VR-8 5-Axis Vertical Machining Center for the 7th Contracting Squadron at Dyess Air Force Base. The justification cites the statutory authority under FAR 6.302-1(b)(1)(i) for using a sole source/brand name acquisition, as the HAAS VR-8 is the only machine capable of meeting the technical requirements. The justification provides details on the machine specifications, accessories, training, and installation requirements. It also outlines the market research conducted, the determination of a fair and reasonable price, and the actions the agency will take to increase competition for future acquisitions. The related federal contract opportunity is Solicitation FA466124Q0119 for the HAAS VR-8 CNC Machine with Attachments, issued by the Department of the Air Force Global Strike Command.

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Sole Source (Including Brand Name) Justification - Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items

SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE

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I. Contracting Activity.

7th Contracting Squadron (FA4661), Base Support Flight, Dyess AFB, TX 79607

II. Nature and/or description of the action being processed.

7 CONS is planning on awarding a new firm fixed price contract action for a Brand name HAAS VR-8 CNC machine

III. Description of supplies/services required to meet agency needs.

• 7 EMS is looking to procure a 5 - Axis Vertical Machining Center,

• 5 Axis Vertical Machining Center; X64” x Y40” x Z38” travels, with 2 axis spindle head

• Table 64” x 36”, 4000 lb capacity (evenly distributed)

• 200/230V/3/60Hz electrical or equivalent

• HSK-A63 Taper Spindle, 20,000-RPM spindle

• Spindle Nose to Table - 4” min - 42” max

• B-Axis Tilt: +/- 120 Deg.

• C Axis Rotation: +/- 245 Deg.

• Electronic Thermal Compensation to compensate for the expansion and contraction of each linear axis.

• 30+1 Side Mount Tool Changer

• Rapids - X: 600ipm, Y 600ipm, Z 600ipm

• 500 ipm max cutting in standard mode

• HAAS window blast

• 95-gallon (360 liter) coolant capacity

• Chip auger

• Max weight: 24,800 lbs

• Lifting Provision

• HAAS Drop

• HAAS Connect

• Auto Door for mills

• 1-year standard Warranty

• Controller Features:

• 15” color LCD monitor, Renishaw Wireless Intuitive Probing System, Macros, Spindle Orientation, Coordinate Rotation and Scaling, Second Home Position, Rigid Tapping, Dynamic Work Offsets and Tool Center Point Control, Rotary Axis Calibration Tool, M-130 Media Display M-Code, Ethernet Interface, WiFi

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Interface, USB Port, 1 GB Program Memory, graphic dry run, HAAS Connect, Self-Diagnostics, Memory Lock Key-switch, Advanced Pocket Milling, Tool Life Management, Background Editing, Remote Jog Handle with Touchscreen and Power Failure Detection Module

• High Speed Machining option:

The High-Speed Machining option allows faster feed rates, more complex toolpaths without hesitation or starving of the machine and reduces cycle times motion algorithm called acceleration before interpolation” combined with full look-ahead, HSM provides contouring feeds up to 1200 ipm (30.5 m/min), without risk of distortion to the programmed path. This yields reduced cycle times, improved accuracy, and smoother motion. HSM option accepts ISO standard G-code from all major CAM systems, and is only a fraction of the cost of other high-speed controls.

• On site Training

HaasCNC 301 Productivity Improvement: Our Haas Mill Programming Training Course will teach you to read and write the language your machine speaks. In this course you will learn to write programs on your Haas Controller to cut parts. We will teach you how to the G&M-Codes that control your machine and auxiliary functions, and how to modify programs to add commands to activate functions like spindles, tools, coolant, or the chip conveyor, all with the intent of maximizing productivity and safety. The focus will be on learning how to effectively program the machining center and edit G & M Code programs on the control, with hands-on demonstrations and practice. Milling Programming - 4-Day Session, 8 hours/day, for 1-5 people

• 20-Piece, HSK63A Inch Toolholder Kit, TSC

• 10-Piece, HSK63A Inch Toolholder Kit, TSC

HSK63A Coolant Tube Kit - Pack of 5

Installation/Rigging and Electrical o Offload and place machine in designated area. Electrical to be ran 10' from existing electrical box to machine

• IUD Tag plate per MIL-STD-130X

• Kennamental Tool Certificate Must be fulfilled within 30 days of machine installation

• Sandvik Tool Certificate Must be fulfilled within 30 days of machine installation

•TPACK-HSK-63-15K-SANDVIK-2022

o END MILL / STRAIGHT SHANK ADAPTERS HSKtoWELDON ADAPTOR

3/4 DIA QTY 3

o HSKtoWELDON ADAPTOR 1" DIA. QTY 2 o HSKtoWELDON ADAPTOR 1-1/4 DIA QTY 2 o ER COLLET CHUCKS HSK- ER COLLET CHUCK ER16 - QTY 5 o HSK to ER COLLET CHUCK ER20 QTY 5 o HSK to ER COLLET CHUCK ER25 QTY 5

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March 2023 SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE Page 4 of 9March 2023 SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE Page 4 of 9 o HSK to ER COLLET CHUCK ER32 QTY 5 o HSK to ER COLLET CHUCK ER40 QTY 1 o FACE MILL ADAPTERS o HSKtoARBOR ADAPTOR 3/4 PILOT QTY o HSKtoARBOR ADAPTOR 1" PILOT QTY 1 o HSKtoARBOR ADAPTOR 1-1/2” PILOT QTY o ER COLLETS o COMPLETE SET OF ER16 COLLETS QTY 1 o COMPLETE SET OF ER20 COLLETS QTY 1 o COMPLETE SET OF ER25 COLLETS QTY 1 o COMPLETE SET OF ER32 COLLETS QTY 1 o COMPLETE SET OF ER40 COLLETS QTY 1 o ER 16 COLLET QTY 4 o ER 20 COLLET QTY 6 o ER 25 COLLET QTY 5 o ER 32 COLLET QTY 5 o ER 40 COLLET QTY 6 o COLLET - ER 20 TAP - #10 TAP QTY 1 o COLLET - ER 20 TAP - #12 TAP QTY 1 o COLLET - ER 20 TAP - ¼ TAP QTY 1 o COLLET - ER 20 TAP - 5/16 TAP QTY 1 o COLLET - ER 20 TAP - 3/8 TAP QTY 1 o COLLET - ER 20 TAP - #8 TAP QTY 1 o COLLET - ER 25 TAP - ¼ TAP QTY 1 o COLLET - ER 25 TAP - 5/16 TAP QTY 1 o COLLET - ER 25 TAP 3/8 TAP QTY 1 o COLLET - ER 25 TAP ½ TAP QTY 1

• Installation/Rigging and Electrical o Offload and place machine in designated area. Electrical to be ran 10' from existing electrical box to machine

• IUD Tag plate per MIL-STD-130X

• Package Freight from manufacturer to customer facility

IV. Statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition.

FAR 6.302-1(b)(1)(i) AFFARS 5313.501 - 10 U.S.C. 2302b, Implementation of Simplified Acquisition Procedures (41 U.S.C. 1901)

V. Demonstration that the contractor's unique qualifications or nature of the acquisition requires the use of the authority cited above (applicability of authority).

As mentioned in FAR 6.302-1(b)(1)(i), sole source/brand name is authorized when unique supplies or services are available from only one source or only one supplier with unique capabilities. The HAAS VR-8 is the sole machine capable of performing the technical tasks required by the Metals Tech section. Additionally all Air Force training is conducted on HAAS machinery and their companion programs, this includes Air Force provided NCO training.

Moreover, the Metals Technology section at Dyess AFB has paid thousands in individualized HAAS training for their unit. Continuing to use HAAS products allows for continuity in training throughout the Air Force.

Not only is Phillips the sole exclusive provider of HAAS machinery, During market research, the government found that

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Phillips Corporation Inc, Federal Division is the sole exclusive provider allowed by HAAS to sell their machinery to the US Government. Not only is Phillips the sole exclusive provider of HAAS machinery, they're the only factory certified service and training provider according to HAAS.

VI. Description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as practicable.

The government will continue to conduct market research for future requirements to ensure as many possible sources are identified to complete the requirement.

VII. Determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

The government did a web search and found HAAS posts prices, and an FPDS-NG search of similar requirements that showed prices for the most recent purchases.

VIII. Description of the market research conducted and the results, or a statement of the reasons market research was not conducted.

The government contacted the Central Territory Account Manager for Phillips Corp and HAAS outlet facilities that service the area.

IX. Any other facts supporting the use of Other Than Full and Open Competition.

N/A

X. List of any sources that expressed, in writing, an interest in the acquisition.

Phillips Corporation, Inc. (3MPQ0/YFJ5M3N6EKY8)

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

The government will continue to conduct market research for future requirements to ensure as many possible sources are identified to complete the requirement.

XII. Certification by the Contracting Officer.

As evidenced by my signature above, I have determined this document to be both accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

XIII. Certification by the technical/requirements personnel.

As evidenced by my (our) signature(s) above, I (we) certify that any supporting data contained herein, which is my (our) responsibility, is both accurate and complete.

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Contracting without providing for full and open competition shall not be justified on the basis of lack of advance planning by the requiring activity or concerns related to the amount of funds available (e.g., funds will expire) (10 U.S.C. 3204)

VI. Description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as practicable.

(FAR 6.303-2(b)(6))

Describe all efforts taken (or to be to be taken) to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as practicable under the circumstances. Although Market Research is covered in Section VIII, the information in Section VI should correlate with the Market Research described in Section VI. The following issues should be addressed in this paragraph:

Sources Sought Synopsis (used as part of market research). If a sources sought synopsis was issued, state the date the synopsis was issued and a brief description of its content. If any responses were received, describe in detail the results of the screening process and the rationale for determining the unacceptability of any synopsis respondents. Reference FAR 13.105, Synopsis and Posting Requirements.

Other Actions. In this paragraph, discuss any other actions taken or planned to facilitate competition for this acquisition. The discussion should include actions tried or considered even if the actions were unsuccessful. If the efforts were unsuccessful, so state and describe why.

Qualifying Country Sources. If qualifying country sources have expressed interest, but are to be excluded, provide supporting rationale.

VII. Determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost to the government will be fair and reasonable. (FAR 6.303-2(b)(7))

Include a statement by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost will be considered fair and reasonable and provide the basis for this determination. The steps that will be taken to ensure the final contract price will be fair and reasonable are also described here. Describe the extent of cost or price analysis anticipated including the requirements for certified cost or pricing data, technical evaluations, and audits.

VIII. Description of the market research conducted and the results, or explain why market research was not conducted. (FAR 6.303-2(b)(8))

Generally, some form of market research should be conducted. Discuss any market research conducted pursuant to FAR Part 10 and describe results of that research. Market research is any effort undertaken to determine if sources capable of satisfying the agency's requirements exist and to determine if commercial items or non-developmental items are either available or can be modified so that they will satisfy the agency's needs. Market research should be focused not only on identifying alternate sources, but also on alternate equipment or substitutes that might fulfill the Government needs with only minor modification.

Regardless of the approach used, the results should provide a high level of confidence that no other qualified sources exist.

When other exceptions from the requirement to obtain full and open competition are relied upon, the market research might be limited to an examination of the acquisition history and experience with the marketplace under previous acquisitions for the same or similar items.

If no market research was conducted, so state and provide the rationale.

IX. Any other facts supporting the use of Other Than Full and Open Competition. (FAR 6.303-2(b)(9)(i))

Provide any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition, including an explanation of why technical data packages, specifications, engineering descriptions, statements of work, statements of objectives, or purchase descriptions suitable for full and open competition have not been developed, are not being developed, are not being used, or are not available.

X. List of sources, if any, that expressed interest in the acquisition. (FAR 6.303-2(b)(10))

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If a sources sought synopsis was done and all interested sources are included in Section VI, it is acceptable to state, “See Section VI above.”

XI. A statement of the actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before making subsequent acquisitions for the supplies or services required. (FAR 6.303-2(b)(11))

Describe any actions taken or to be taken to foster competition for future acquisitions of the supplies or services being acquired.

Describe potential actions that could be taken to remove the barriers to competition that have been identified in the justification and include a milestone schedule, where available, for accomplishing these actions. For example, if a follow-on competitive acquisition is planned, so state and provide the planned award date, or state that the Government will attempt to acquire rights in technical data and computer software sufficient to compete follow-on acquisitions as a priced option in the contract action that is the subject of this Justification, or (if applicable) state how the Government intends to challenge nonconforming markings on technical data and computer software delivered to it under previous contracts so those markings can be removed in order that the technical data and computer software may be used in support of a follow-on competitive acquisition, or describe plans to qualify additional sources.

Address efforts to ensure competition for future spare parts and maintenance in support of systems or equipment covered by the justification, even when these acquisitions will be accomplished by other organizations. Include a discussion on available breakout data.

If no actions are planned, so state and provide reasons. If approval is sought for more than one year, explain why a sole source effort is required for the planned time duration.

For a non-competitive follow-on acquisition to a previous award for the same supply or service supported by a Justification citing the same authority, include a discussion of the actions planned to overcome barriers to competition established in the previous justification, the status of those actions, and the results of those actions. The approval authority shall determine whether the planned actions were completed. If the planned actions were not completed, the justification for the follow-on acquisition shall be approved by the approval authority one-level above the approval authority for the previous justification (see FAR 13.501(a)(2)). If the previous justification was approved by the Senior Procurement Executive (SPE), the approval remains at the SPE level.

[DFARS 213.501(a) and DFARS PGI 206.304(a)(S-70)(ii)]

XII. Certification by the Contracting Officer. (FAR 6.303-2(b)(12))

As evidenced by his/her signature, the contracting officer has determined this document to be both accurate and complete to the best of his/her knowledge and belief.

XIII. Certification by the technical/requirements personnel. (FAR 6.303-2(c))

As evidenced by their signatures, the technical and/or requirements personnel have certified that any supporting data contained herein, which is their responsibility, is both accurate and complete.

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