Brand_Name_Justification_for_Rightfax_Final.pdf

J&A Log Number: 2018-108

Single Source Justification for Brand Name (FAR Part 13.106-1(b)(1)(i)

Date: August 20, 2018 Requisition Number: 63000-18-0403 Procurement Title: RightFax Support & Maintenance Estimated Value: $ J&A Log Number: 2018-0108

The acquisition will be conducted in accordance with FAR Part 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), Soliciting from a Single Source: Brand Name.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has a brand name requirement for Rightfax support and maintenance. The RightFax support and maintenance is required to provide continuing support for the SEC’s existing RightFax infrastructure that allows the SEC to send and receive faxes via email in support of the SEC’s mission. This proprietary software is essential in ensuring faxing services for all Commission employees. Therefore, continued maintenance of the RightFax products is required.

In order to ensure the SEC has the highest level of support to maintain its RightFax software, a RightFax authorized reseller is required based on the specialized training, certification, and warranty provisions. The software support is specialized and as a result, specialized training and certification must be attained before being able to support and maintain it. Due to licensing, warranty, and compatibility issues, it would not be possible for another vendor to provide compatible maintenance and support capable of meeting the SEC’s requirements. To switch to a platform of a different brand, RightFax software would have to be replaced at a cost of over $ in project and implementation costs and significantly risk disruption and potential destabilization of the SEC’s current faxing capabilities as well as require additional expenditures for training during a transition to the new system. It is critical that this software is properly maintained and it is essential to continue use of the RightFax maintenance services.

Additionally, market research was conducted by:

• Ongoing contact with knowledgeable individuals in Government and industry regarding market capabilities; and

• Reviewing catalogs and other generally available product literature published by manufacturers, distributors, and dealers or available on-line.

The estimated value for the base year and option years is below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.

J&A Log Number: 2018-108

Technical & Requirements Certifications I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this justification, are complete and accurate.

(Signature) __________________________ Date: _____________

Contracting Officer Certification I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

(Signature) _______________________________ Date: _____________ Contracting Officer