A02 HQ 1stArmy Data Destruction LSJ 18June2026 Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification Review Document for a FAR Part 8 Limited Sources Justification supporting a single-source procurement by the U.S. Army Contracting Command at Rock Island Arsenal, Illinois.

The procurement seeks approval to award a firm fixed-price call order through the General Services Administration eBuy for a High-Security Data Destruction System. The requirement consists of three items with a 30-day After Receipt of Order (ARO) delivery schedule: an HD-5T Degausser (Part Number 954-0000), a DB-4000 Destruction Device (Part Number 970-0000), and a Utility Cart 3032 (Part Number 973-2900). The justification cites Title 41 U.S.C. §4106(c)(2) and FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B), asserting that only one source is capable of providing these supplies at the required quality level because they are unique or highly specialized. The HD-5T Degausser is the only degausser containing an internal NSA-Evaluated Field CheckR® technology, mandatory for compliance with Department of Defense and National Security Agency data sanitization policies. The DB-4000 Destruction Device features a unique solid steel ram mechanism with intelligent internal firmware that prevents motor burnout. The specialized utility cart is engineered to accommodate the combined weight and exact footprint of both devices while ensuring operational stability. The justification documents that alternatives were considered—including suspension of contract action, in-house development, and use of alternative sources—but all were deemed unacceptable due to compliance risks and technical infeasibility. Market research was conducted between April and June 2026, with Requests for Information issued to identify potential competitive sources on the Army's ITES-4H contract and NASA SEWP contract vehicles, though no viable alternatives were identified. The contracting officer will publish required notices per FAR 8.405-6(a)(3) and consider any quotes received.