A.02 Secure Freight - Limiting-Competition 2026 - Fully Signed Redacted.pdf

Control No: JA-26-Nat-0150

Version – February 2017

Memorandum for Record – Limiting Competition at or below the Simplified

Acquisition Threshold

1. Contracting Activity: Natick Contracting Division, 10 General Greene Avenue, Natick, MA 01760

2. Description of Action: Transportation of Large Quantity Government Securities.

Nature: New Requirement Follow-on Requirement

Contract Vehicle: Purchase Order Number: 0012395077

Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Number Order/BPA # against FSS Contract # Order # against Multiple Award IDIQ Contract Name or # Order # against a single award IDC Contract # Modification # to existing PO/TO/DO/Call Order #

Pricing/Contract Type: Fixed Price Time & Materials/Labor Hours Cost Reimbursable Hybrid

Funds: Operations & Maintenance, Army (OMA) Other Funds: ________

FY: 26

Name of Proposed Contractor(s) and Address:

Western Distributing Company 4955 Bannock ST Denver, CO 80216-1815

Brand Name Buy: Yes No

3. Description of Services or Supplies:

The Combat Capabilities Development Command –Soldier Center (DEVCOM-SC), Fiber Production Branch, under the direction of its customer, Other Government Agency (OGA) requires shipments of Large Quantity Securities from DEVCOM-SC to customer intermediary; freight services must be bonded and certified to carry United States securities. Large quantities of security items will be sent via an armored transport company. These security items must be in a single shipment that is not co-mingled with other items. The trailer or cargo area must be locked and sealed to prevent tampering.

Security and accountability are of utmost importance regarding the shipment of government securities. All government securities will be packaged in a container that prevents knowledge of its contents. Government securities will be packaged in such a fashion to preclude unauthorized access to those securities and to readily identify tampering. Seals, straps, and security tape are examples of such tamper resistance.

Manifests and shipping lists should avoid detailed descriptions of the government securities to prevent unauthorized disclosure of the shipped items. Avoid using words like "Securities", etc. that make the shipment a possible target for theft.

Base Period: 08 April 2026 to 07 April 2027 Value: $16,270.00 Option Period 1: 08 April 2027 to 07 April 2028 Value: $16,710.00 Option Period 2: 08 April 2028 to 07 April 2029 Value: $17,150.00 Option Period 3: 08 April 2029 to 07 April 2030 Value: $18,090.00 Option Period 4: 08 April 2030 to 07 April 2031 Value: $18,560.00

Total: $86,780.00

4. Authority:

FAR 13.106-1(b)(1): For purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT), only one source reasonably available, urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand name, or industrial mobilization.

Or

FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B) and 8.405-6(b)(1) Brand Name FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(A) Urgency FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B) Only One Source is Capable FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(C) Logical Follow-on

Or

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B) Only One Awardee is Capable FAR 16.505(a)(4) Brand Name FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(A) Urgency FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(C) Logical Follow-on FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(D) Minimum Guarantee

5. Reasons for Authority Cited:

a. It is the policy of the OGA to establish, maintain, and promote the highest standard of security for the transportation of United States Securities Production Items, hereafter referred to as Category Ill Securities. We know of only one company that is registered in SAM.Gov that is a reputable company that has and will maintain the standard of care in transporting Category III Securities. Western Distributing Company is held in the highest standard for security transportation by the customer.

b. This is not a brand name requirement.

c. Security and accountability are of utmost importance with regard to the shipment of Category III Securities. It would be a detriment to national security if any or some part of this contract were not carried out with the upmost security and compliance to OGA transportation requirements.

6. Publicizing Contract Actions: For FAR Part 13 actions, the public display and synopsis requirements of FAR 5.101 and FAR 5.203 do not apply due to the $ threshold, apply and will be followed, or do not apply due to an exception at

5.202 ______________________.

Requirement to post justification in accordance with FAR 8.405-6(b)(3), FAR 13.105(c), or FAR 16.505(a)(4)(iii)(A)

Action is NOT a brand name restriction and is under $150K, no posting required

Action is a brand name restriction, under $25K, no posting required Action is a brand name restriction, over $25K. It will be redacted and posted with the solicitation.

Action is a brand name restriction over $25K but will not be posted due to exception:

FAR 6.305(f) FAR 8.405-6(b)(3)(iii)(A)

FAR 8.405-6(b)(3)(iii)(B) FAR 8.405-6(b)(3)(iii)(C) FAR 16.505(a)(4)(iii(C)

7. Market Research: Market Research was initially done in December 2015, then in July 2020, and finally January 2021. Ongoing research conducted in 2025 did not indicate that there were any new companies capable of fulfilling this need. It was found that only two companies can provide the services needed, Western Distributing Company and American Armored Transport Incorporated. Both companies were contacted for official quotes for our needs, only Western Distributing Company responded to our request (NOTE: Western Distributing Company is registered within SAM.GOV and American Armored is not). Other armored truck companies, such as Brinks, Securitas, and Loomis do exist but cannot compete with the vehicle requirements that are needed for Large Quantity Category III Securities transportation (secure tractor trailer requirements for transporting large quantity Securities).

8. Other Facts: The carrier must ensure the confidentiality of all information regarding U.S. securities shipments routes and schedules. Equipment used in support of this contract shall not be marked to identify the contents or association with the OGA or the United States. All markings will be limited to the minimum required by applicable federal or state regulation or law. The over-the-road transportation of U.S. securities, other than to/from a rail head or air terminal, will be performed by an armored vehicle.

The cab of the vehicle must be armored to Level II protection as specified by Underwriters Laboratory stands for safety UL-752, ULI Ballistic Rating for High Power Small Arms. Each armored vehicle will be equipped with appropriate licenses, permits, weapons, gas masks, fire extinguishers, and radio/telephone equipment. The vehicle will be dedicated for the transport of only OGA property and provide direct, door-to-door service with a minimum of downtime while in transit. While transporting OGA securities the vehicle will be manned by two armed guards/drivers. During necessary fuel/rest stops, one alert guard/driver will remain in the cab of the vehicle at all times. It is preferred that carrier personnel that receive the shipment will, with exception of an emergency situation, be the same personnel that delivery the shipment. Alternative proposals may be submitted for review and approval.

9. Technical/Requirements Certification: 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.

Typed Name: Anthony Rogers Date: 12 February 2026 Title: Equipment Specialist

Signature:

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10. Contracting Officer Certification/Approval:

I hereby determine that the anticipated cost or price to the Government for this contract action will be fair and reasonable based upon price analysis.

I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that completing this purchase as a sole source is in the best interest of the Government. Additionally, I approve this justification to limit competition subject to the availability of funds and provided that the services or supplies herein described have otherwise been authorized for acquisition.

Typed Name: Brandon Rivett Date: 12 February 2026 Title: Contracting Officer

Signature:

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