A 02 - JA Sole Source FAR Part 13.5 - FY24 Rock Wall Services - Redacted.pdf

CUI//SP-SSEL

Control Number: W912LM-23-Q-0014

CUI//SP‐SSEL

(Source Selection Information ‐ See FAR 2.101 and 3.104‐4)

1 SEP 2021

Justification Review Document

For Sole Source - FAR Part 13.501

Program/Equipment: Annual Rockwall Maintenance – MNARNG Recruiting & Retention

Authority: 41 United States Code 1901 as implemented in Federal Acquisition Regulation 13.501(a)(1)(ii), sole source (including brand name) under the authority of the simplified procedures for certain commercial items.

DSN: 320-616-2749

Date: 14 MAY 2024

DSN: 320-616-2751

Amount:

Prepared by:

Typed Name: Sarah Turpin

Title: Contract Specialist

E-mail: sarah.e.turpin2.mil@army.mil

Contracting Officer:

Typed Name: Luke Thomsen

Date Reviewed: 14 MAY 2024 E-Mail: luke.d.thomsen.mil@army.mil

CUI//SP‐SSEL

Control Number:

CUI//SP‐SSEL

(Source Selection Information ‐ See FAR 2.101 and 3.104‐4)

2 SEP 2021

Sole Source Justification and Approval Under FAR 13.501

1. Contracting Activity: Purchasing and Contracting Division, United States Property & Fiscal Office for Minnesota, Minnesota Army National Guard.

2. Description of Action: Award a firm fixed priced service contract consisting of one base year of four months.

3. Description of Supplies/Services: Annual service and safety certification of six (6) Government owned rock walls utilized for recruiting events by the MNARNG Recruiting & Retention battalion. The rock-climbing wall is one of the most used recruiting pieces at high school events and recruiting initiatives. With these walls being utilized so frequently, it is imperative that the proper maintenance is completed on an annual basis.

4. Authority Cited: 41 United States Code 1901 as implemented in Federal Acquisition Regulation 13.501(a)(1)(ii), sole source (including brand name) under the authority of the simplified procedures for certain commercial items.

5. Reason for Authority Cited: The equipment to be services were manufactured and purchased from Vertical Reality MFG Inc. They hold a patent to the equipment and are the only authorized party to service, maintain, and certify the equipment for warranty and safety under specifications. Vertical Reality is the only supplier of the Auto Belays that were installed on the rock walls.

6. Efforts to Obtain Competition: No other authorized sources for repair have been identified due to the equipment specifications and safety features. In accordance with FAR 5.202(a)(13) this action will not be synopsized.

7. Actions to Increase Competition: If in the future authorized service/manufacturer providers are identified, further consideration for competition will be addressed.

8. Market Research: Vertical Reality Inc, is the only company authorized to provide repairs and services to the rock walls. The auto belay devices, with its proprietary technology, are made by Vertical Reality Inc and exclusively licensed. Vertical Reality is the only company permitted to sell, use, distribute and maintain their rock walls. Any other company performing the needed maintenance on the rock walls would void all warranties.

9. Interested Sources: To date, no other sources have written to express an interest. In accordance with FAR 5.201(a)(13), this action will not be synopsized.

10. Other Facts: None.

CUI//SP‐SSEL

Control Number:

CUI//SP‐SSEL

(Source Selection Information ‐ See FAR 2.101 and 3.104‐4)

3 SEP 2021

Approval

Fair and Reasonable Cost Determination: I hereby determine that the anticipated cost to the Government for this contract action will be fair and reasonable.

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

Based on the foregoing justification, I hereby approve the procurement of Annual Rockwall Maintenance – MNARNG Recruiting & Retention on an other than full and open competition basis pursuant to the authority of 41 U.S.C. 1901 as implemented by FAR 13.501, subject to availability of funds, and provided that the services and property herein described have otherwise been authorized for acquisition.

5/14/2024

X Luke Thomsen Contracting Officer Signed by: USA