A 02 Limited Competition Justification Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification Review Document and Memorandum for Record for a single-source procurement by the National Guard Bureau.

The procurement is for two (2) MX908 Handheld Mass Spectrometer Chemical Detectors manufactured by 908 Devices Inc., to support the Minnesota Army National Guard Counterdrug Program. The contract action is a new Firm Fixed Price contract with O&M, Army funding. The requirement includes complete system configurations with training chemicals, power cables, battery chargers, particulate clearance accessories, operator training courses, and onsite operator training with an expedited delivery schedule of less than 90 days after receipt of order. The procurement is justified as a brand name request under 41 USC 1901 as implemented in FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), citing the MX908's unique High-Pressure Mass Spectrometry (HPMS) technology as the only handheld chemical detector capable of trace-level opioid and threat detection required by the Government. The justification emphasizes operational interoperability, personnel training compatibility, and the significant costs and operational downtime associated with procuring alternative equipment requiring new training pipelines and standard operating procedures. The solicitation will be posted to SAM.gov as a Brand Name Only competitive set-aside to maximize price competition among authorized 908 Devices Inc. resellers, distributors, and GSA Schedule holders. Market research conducted in June 2026 confirmed that competitive procurement is feasible through the active distribution network of small businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and large scientific/tactical supply distributors. The Contracting Officer, Eric Ahlgren, approved the justification on 08/18/2026, certifying the anticipated cost as Fair and Reasonable.