A17_Grear_Bead_beater_bnj__Redacted.pdf

This is a Brand Name Justification document for a limited-source procurement by the Department of the Interior, United States Geological Survey (USGS).

The contracting agency seeks to procure an Omni International Bead Ruptor Elite Bead Mill Homogenizer on a limited-source basis to serve as a secondary machine and increase surveillance capacity for high-throughput sample processing. NWHC (National Wildlife Health Center) currently operates multiple surveillance projects simultaneously and requires the ability to process multiple projects' samples concurrently. The Omni Bead Ruptor Elite processes 48 samples at a time—double the capacity of competing machines at the same price level—making it necessary for the agency's operational requirements. The estimated dollar value is redacted. The statutory authority for this action is FAR Overhaul Subpart 12.102 for Commercial Products and Services. Market research confirms that Omni Beater Homogenizers are appropriately priced for longevity and durability and can be purchased from multiple resellers. The justification cites operational continuity, as NWHC already owns and uses an Omni Beater machine with approved Quality Management Procedures validated for USGS protocols. Purchasing an identical second machine would avoid the need to validate new equipment and protocols on different machinery. The Contracting Officer certifies that price reasonableness will be determined through competitive quotes among resellers and compared against previous USGS purchase orders and invoices for similar products.