Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) form from the U.S. Coast Guard for the procurement of 40 Cargo Deployment Bags (P/N 701098-A) from Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. The justification cites FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for "only one source reasonably available" as the authority for sole source procurement.

The Cargo Deployment Bags are aerial delivery systems for Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) used on USCG fixed-wing aircraft. Butler Parachute Systems (CAGE: 0D4Z0), located in Roanoke, VA, is identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) who owns all technical data rights. The justification explains that it would be uneconomical for the government to purchase technical data rights or develop an adequate purchase description for other sources. The contracting officer will determine fair and reasonable pricing through comparison with similar items in related industries. The notice indicates a combined synopsis/solicitation will be posted to www.sam.gov where capable sources may submit proposals.