A15 - Sole Source_Redacted.pdf

This is a Sole Source Documentation form (FAR Part 13) for a purchase order exceeding $10,000 but not exceeding $250,000.

The acquisition covers relocation services for two GC-MS instruments from SFL3 to SFL1, including de-installation, packaging, transportation, re-installation, and qualification of equipment manufactured by Agilent Technologies. The services are intended to restore the equipment to full operational status following relocation. The DAC Number is D-26-SS-0050 with a delivery date of 7/6/2026 and no recurring requirement. Agilent Technologies is determined to be the only reasonably available source as the original manufacturer and sole vendor authorized and trained to de-install, package, transport, unpack, reinstall, and properly qualify the instruments in accordance with manufacturer specifications. The justification emphasizes that using another vendor could result in improper handling, instrument damage, and potential warranty coverage impacts, as the services require access to proprietary data. Market research identified technical capability and proprietary ownership as determining factors, with no other vendors expressing interest in providing these specialized services. The Contracting Officer has determined that only one source is reasonably available to satisfy the Government's requirement.