4.02d Brand Name Justification BARD_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Use of Other Than Full and Open Competition for a Brand Name Specification (J&A).

The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP), Fleet Logistics Center - San Diego (FLCSD) is seeking to procure replacement Air Conditioning (AC) units for the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) located at Camp Roberts, California. The requirement is for two non-functioning BARD Air Conditioning units to be replaced by an authorized BARD reseller who is HVAC certified. The specific items required include two 3-ton BARD Wall-Mount Heat Pump packaged wall-mount heat pump systems (Model W36HY-809) utilizing 230V single phase and R-454B refrigerant, installation by an authorized reseller or dealer, and disposal of existing AC units. The estimated dollar value for FY2026 is redacted in the document. The required delivery period is 08/01/2026 to 07/31/2027.

The justification cites 41 U.S.C. 1903 and FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(ii) permitting brand name specification procurement. The contracting officer determines this is a brand name requirement based on multiple factors: the units are currently installed at multiple NPS locations and standardization is essential for supply chain efficiency and cost avoidance; the BARD-specific components are stocked by NPS logistics; introducing different units would require significant modifications to building systems and installation infrastructure, creating cost duplication and operational disruption; and the BARD units were specifically engineered for dimensional and weight specifications at the NPS site. The unusual and compelling urgency justification emphasizes that the required delivery date is mission-critical, with delivery by August 1, 2026 being essential to avoid mission impact.