7394 Single Source Determination.pdf
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This document is a Single Source/Brand Name Justification under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for a simplified acquisition by the USDA Forest Service Region 5. The agency requires the complete replacement of an engine on a fire engine due to a catastrophic failure. Through market research, the agency determined that Deranged Diesel, a small business, is the only available source that can promptly perform the necessary repairs and has experience with this specific engine model. The estimated cost for the repairs is $37,930.96. The justification cites the urgent need to restore the fire engine's operational capability to support emergency response to fires.
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Template for Single Source or Brand Name Justification under SAT, March 2019
Single Source/Brand Name Justification United States Department of Agriculture
FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) – Simplified Acquisitions
1. Identification of the agency and the contracting office.
USDA Forest Service Region 5 – Pacific Southwest Region 0503 Eldorado & LTBMU Fleet
2. Description of supply or service required to meet the agency’s needs.
Complete Replacement of engine due to bent connecting rod by dropping a valve in cylinder #2 (Catastrophic Engine Failure). Get fire engine up and operational as efficiently and quickly as possible to help with emergency response to fires.
3. The rationale or circumstances for limiting competition.
The asset needs to be repaired with urgency due to it limiting the response capability of the home fire unit. Through Market Research it was discovered that Deranged Diesel has had multiple engine rebuilds with this particular model, they have confirmed parts availability and prompt service. There are no other Small Business within the area of the breakdown that can carry out the repairs needed.
4. A description of the market research conducted and the results or a statement of the reason market research was not conducted.
Market research involved consulting local fleet managers in the Boise National Forest.
Deranged Diesel, a small business on SAM, was identified and recommended by the Boise National Forest Fleet Staff. Due to the urgent need for the equipment repairs and the strong recommendation from the local USFS, this shop was selected. It is highly qualified with the work and has completed four engine rebuilds in the past years without any negative experiences.
5. Estimated price, including all options, if applicable.
Estimated cost for the repairs, $37,930.96
6. Recommended source(s).
Steve Kjerstad Deranged Diesel 1177 West Wright Street Boise, ID 83705 Phone: 208-384-9252 Email: DDjustin@sonic.net
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Template for Single Source or Brand Name Justification under SAT, March 2019
Certifications
Supporting data that is the responsibility of technical or requirements personnel and which form the basis for this justification are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
10/31/2024
X Richard Wilson
Signed by: RICHARD WILSON
The information contained in this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief and in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation 13.106-1(b)(1), I hereby determine the circumstances described above deem only one source, or limited sources, reasonably available and competition is precluded for the reasons indicated in this document.
Sarah Hill Contracting Officer
| 2024-11-07T12:12:55-0800 | |
| SARAH HILL |
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