4068-25 Brand Name Justification and Approval_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) to acquire Philips IntelliVue X3 patient vital signs monitoring systems. The procurement is for two portable, compact, lightweight battery-operated monitors designed for surgical care in austere environments, specifically for the 528th Special Boat Detachment (SOMEDD) at Fort Bragg, NC. The order includes multiple components such as multi-measurement modules, docking stations, hardware upgrades, ECG trunk sets, various air hoses and cuffs, batteries, adapters, and accessories, totaling 2-8 units per line item. The monitors are intended to support multiple patients, allow for recharging, and are compatible with the Air Force Special Operations Surgical Teams' existing equipment, with market research confirming Philips Healthcare as the primary source through two authorized GSA Advantage resellers.

The J&A document highlights unique mission requirements for providing surgical care in challenging environments, with the selected monitors chosen for their compact size, lightweight design, and compatibility with current field equipment. The acquisition is justified by the specific technical needs of SOMEDD, including the ability to measure ECG, SpO2, respiration, NIBP, and other vital signs in a compact 164 cubic inch device. The contracting officer, Jeffery S. Modlin, certified the document on June 10, 2025, confirming the fairness and reasonableness of the anticipated cost and the completeness of the justification.