JA - Waste Bag_legalcomments61726 (004)_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) document for a waste kit acquisition by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, Construction and Equipment Supply Chain under 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(1).

The procurement concerns Bag, Waste Kit (NSN 4510-01-485-0760) with an annual estimated quantity and a base period spanning multiple years. The approved sources are limited to American Innotek, Inc. (VSF2) P/N BR549, Phillips Environmental Products, Inc. P/N D007W00, and LFA First Response (ZOZZ8) P/N D007W00. These three vendors were approved by the Engineering Support Activity (ESA) as the only valid sources for this NSN. The waste kits provide hygienic and sanitary portable toilet options with odor-neutralizing powder technology, a mess-free design, and eco-friendly waste decomposition capabilities, holding 40% more capacity than comparable market products. The justification cites proprietary technical data and the lack of comparable alternatives as rationale for the restricted competition, noting that alternate proposals would require formal Source Approval Request (SAAR) packages for ESA evaluation. A Sources Sought Notice was issued July 21, 2025, and closed August 21, 2025. Market research conducted August 22 through September 10, 2025, identified no additional comparable manufacturers, though the product is sold commercially via Amazon and Cleanwaste.com. The Navy ESA was contacted to identify additional sources and confirmed no alternative sources were available. The Contracting Officer determined anticipated costs are fair and reasonable, and certification is provided that the supplies meet Government needs per applicable specifications.