A15_Brand_Name_Justification.pdf

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HARPER HAWK DEBRIS AND TURF SWEEPER Federal contract opportunity
Solicitation number
140P4224Q0114
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Department of the Interior National Park Service Northeast Region

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This document is a Brand Name Justification for the acquisition of a Harper Hawk Sweeper for the National Park Service Northeast Region. The justification explains that the Harper Hawk Sweeper is the only commercial sweeper that can perform on both turf and hard surfaces, with a floating deck, rear-view camera, hydraulic power, and 3.5 cubic yard hopper. It also has certified ROPS and seatbelt, minimal dust, and quiet operation. The anticipated cost is $$$$$, and the Contracting Officer has certified that the brand name is essential and the price will be determined fair and reasonable. This Brand Name Justification supports a related federal contract opportunity for the HARPER HAWK DEBRIS AND TURF SWEEPER acquisition, Solicitation Number 140P4224Q0114, with the Department of the Interior National Park Service Northeast Region as the procuring agency.

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BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS

OVER $2,500 AND UNDER $250,000

Date: 08/03/2024 PR Number: 0040668444

1. Nature and/or description of the item/service being procured and its intended use (include the anticipated cost):

Park seeks to purchase a Harper Hawk Sweeper for the needs of the park. Approx. Cost is

2. Brand Name Justification rationale: The particular brand name, product, or feature is essential to the Government's requirements, and market research indicates other companies' similar products or products lacking the particular feature, do not meet, or cannot be modified to meet, the agency's needs.

Explain below:

The Harper Hawk Sweeper is the only commercial sweeper that can perform on both turf and hard surfaces. The Harper Hawk has floating deck, which will perform better when transporting on city streets, and high curbs. The Harper Hawk will be able to dump debris into a dump trailer with the assist of a rear-view camera. The Harper Hawk’s functioning system is hydraulic powered and has a 3.5 cubic yard hopper. The Harper Hawk has certified ROPS and seatbelt, minimal dust, and provides a quiet operation with visitors and the public.

3. Market survey. Please explain the results or why one was not performed. State whether any other offers were received, or anyone expressed interest):

Market research is not required for acquisitions under $250,000

If this is a determination for brand name justification, the Contracting Officer certifies:

a. The particular brand name, product, or feature is essential to the Government's requirements, and market research indicates other companies' similar products or products lacking the particular feature, do not meet, or cannot be modified to meet, the agency's needs.

b. The anticipated price will be determined fair and reasonable using standard price analysis techniques described in FAR Subpart 15.

Mark Truex, Procurement Tech

Approved By:

Melvin Gartrell, Contracting Officer

2024-08-10T11:20:53-0500
MELVIN GARTRELL

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