JOTFOC_2125405B3000AC031.pdf

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION PROCEDURES (SAP) FAR 13.106-1(b)

SOLICITATIONS MAY BE LIMITED TO ONE SOURCE ONLY IF THE CONTRACTING OFFICER DETERMINES THAT ONLY ONE SOURCE IS REASONABLY AVAILABLE. THIS DETERMINATION MUST BE SUPPORTED WITH FULL JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE FROM THE CUSTOMER. WHEN THE CUSTOMER DESCRIBES AN ITEM WITH A PURCHASE DESCRIPTION WHICH LIMITS THE AVAILABILITY TO ONE SOURCE, THE JUSTIFICATION MUST EXPLAIN WHY THE ITEM IS THE ONLY ONE THAT WILL MEET THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENT. STATEMENTS SUCH AS "ONLY KNOWN SOURCE" OR "ONLY SOURCE WHICH CAN MEET THE REQUIRED DELIVERY DATE" ARE INADEQUATE TO SUPPORT A SOLE

SOURCE PURCHASE.

PURCHASE REQUEST OR REQUISITION

NUMBER

2125405B3000AC030

PROJECT/TASK

NUMBER

XXXXXXXXXXXX

ESTIMATED AMOUNT (Over Micro-Purchase Threshold, but up to the SAT)

$ 238,485

CITE AUTHORITY & JUSTIFICATION TYPE – READ FAR 6.302 TO DETERMINE APPROPRIATE TYPE

10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(1)

ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE SOURCE AND NO OTHER SUPPLIES OR SERVICES WILL SATISFY

AGENCY REQUIREMENTS.

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(2) UNUSUAL AND COMPELLING URGENCY

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(3)

INDUSTRIAL MOBILIZATION; ENGINEERING, DEVELOPMENTAL, OR RESEARCH CAPABILITY; OR

EXPERT SERVICES

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(4) INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENT

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(5) AUTHORIZED OR REQUIRED BY STATUTE

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(6) NATIONAL SECURITY

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(7) PUBLIC INTEREST [SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY NEEDS TO APPROVE THIS DOC]

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES OR SERVICES REQUIRED, AND THE INTENDED USE: The purchase of ten (15) each, 32’ TPSB Mercury Sterndrives P/N – 5-5E31200VP, NSN -2010-01-618-9465. The Mercury Sterndrives are an integral portion of the propulsion system for the 32’ TPSB. Due to the mission and environment the 32’ TPSB vessels operate in, the Mercury Sterndrives are critical for keeping the boats operational.

UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS THAT LIMIT AVAILABILITY TO ONLY ONE SOURCE, WITH THE REASON NO OTHER SUPPLIES OR SERVICES CAN BE USED: All reproduction manufacturing drawings, specifications, and other technical data required to manufacture the Mercury Sterndrives were not purchased when the current 32’ TSPB vessel was acquired by the commercial source. The Coast Guard does not possess the necessary manufacturing data required to obtain full and open competition. Furthermore, the scope of engineering drawings, identifying suitable materials needed and the manufacturing of the Sterndrives are unknown. The technical data required is proprietary. Without the adequate data, the Coast Guard is not capable of evaluating equal or alternate Sterndrives manufactured by other than Mercury Marine. The use of only the Mercury Sterndrives will ensure processes are sufficient to enable physical and functional interchangeability, as well as identifying source, size, configuration, and performance requirements.

A DESCRIPTION OF EFFORTS MADE TO ENSURE THAT QUOTATIONS OR OFFERS ARE SOLICITED FROM AS MANY POTENTIAL

SOURCES AS PRACTICABLE (INCLUDE YOUR MARKET RESEARCH EFFORTS HERE): Market research conducted using internet searches, GSA Advantage, and reviewed previous purchases to identify vendors who would have the ability to provide the required materials.

While conducting Market Research the COR sought several commercial and government estimates in an attempt to gain an understanding of the current market for the containers. The COR discovered that sole sourcing the contract to Hidden Harbour Marine seems to be the most effective way to fulfill the SBPL’s need for the Mercury Sterndrives Hidden Harbour Marine is certified Mercury Sterndrive distributor.

REASON THAT SUGGESTED SOURCE IS THE ONLY SOURCE WHICH CAN PROVIDE THE SUPPLIES OR SERVICES: Armor Contract

Manufacturing is the sole possessor of the drawings and other technical information required to properly manufacture the 32’ TPSB Mercury

Sterndrives. All the technical data required to manufacture the LLRC’s is proprietary.

EXPLAIN WHY AN ADEQUATE PURCHASE DESCRIPTION OR OTHER INFORMATION SUITABLE TO SOLICIT BY FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION HAS NOT BEEN DEVELOPED OR ARE NOT AVAILABLE: This is a proprietary commercial item of the proposed contractor. The reproduction of manufacturing drawings, specifications and other technical data related to this item were never purchased by the U.S. Coast Guard and therefore are controlled by and remain the sole property of the OEM.

PROVIDE A STATEMENT OF ACTIONS, IF ANY, THE GOVERNMENT MAY TAKE TO REMOVE OR OVERCOME ANY BARRIERS TO COMPETITION BEFORE FUTURE ACQUISITIONS ARE REQUIRED: COR will continue to conduct market research in the attempt to locate vendors that can satisfy the needs of the Coast Guard including a requirement for manufacturer’s engineering drawings, detailed parts lists, design or testing procedures, and other relevant information concerning this item.

SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF CUSTOMER

Michael McHale

CODE

SBPL

TELEPHONE NUMBER

443-306-4811

DATE

13 March 24

SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

CODE

TELEPHONE NUMBER

DATE

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