A-2 19th SFG JA Brand Name_Blackbox Biometrics Blast Gauge.pdf

Brand Name Justification and Approval

Purchase Requisition # W5654V-3111-0100

Organization/Line Office: Utah Army National Guard, 19th SFG (A)

Description of Action being approved: New contract, firm fixed price

Description of Product, Supplies, or Services required to meet the needs: Black Box® Biometrics Blast Gauges

An identification of the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition: This acquisition is being conducted under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1(c).

Identification of the Justification Rationale:

1. United States Special Operations Command Policy Memorandum 19-01, Subject: Comprehensive Strategy for Special personnel who may be exposed to blast in combat and/or training shall wear the Black Box ® Biometrics Blast Gauge System (NSN 6665-01-632-3508, 6665-01-665-

2. Black Box ® Biometrics Blast Gauge System are the most common blast gauges used throughout USASOC School houses and Human Performance & Wellness programs (HPW). Standardization of equipment used in the HPW program to a single brand simplifies training, maintenance and logistical support of the systems employed, and enables TDY soldiers visiting other HPW programs to use the same equipment they train with at 19th SFG (A).

3. Black Box ® Biometrics Blast Gauge System Provides standardization for data from all USASOC Trainings working with Blasts which provide standardized data for LODs or records across USASOC.

Fair and Reasonable Price Determination: Award issued under this individual limited source justification represents a fair and reasonable price as the agreed-to pricing will be based upon competitive quotes received from authorized retailers of the brand in a competitive environment. The price analysis will be performed on all quotes received.

Therefore, the price paid will represent the best value and result in the lowest overall cost to meet the needs of the Utah National Guard.

Actions to Increase Competition: This Brand-Name requirement will be competed among all qualified vendors in the marketplace who can supply this item under full and open competition, thus ensuring increased competition.

Market Research conducted: Reviewed publicly available information in the marketplace. Reviewed FPDS contracts awarded from other government agencies and found no small business awards.

Technical Cognizance: As the technical or requirement personnel, I certify that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

MAJ Michelle Bogden

Technical/Requirements Personnel Printed Name Date

Contracting Officer Certification: I, as the Contracting Officer, certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and expertise.

Contracting Officer Printed Name Date

8 August 2023