Att_2-Sole_Source_Determination_Not_Exceeding_SAT_Redacted.pdf

Attachment 2 U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Sole Source Determination For actions above the micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding the SAT

Version 1.0 September 2016

Date: 08/16/2021 PR Number: 20126731

1. Nature and/or description of the item/service being procured and anticipated cost:

The purpose of this requirement is to purchase Specialty Cartridge, Inc, Atlanta Arms brand competition 9mm caliber ammunition for U.S. Customs and Border Protection-Border Patrol .

The ammunition will be used for competition and ceremonial purposes only. The estimated cost is

2. Sole Source Determination Rationale in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii).

(Check one and explain below):

_________ Only one source reasonably available.

_________ Urgent and compelling circumstances exists.

_________ Exclusive licensing agreement exists.

_____X____ Brand name. If the brand name requirement applies to a portion of the procurement, please identify that portion.

_________ Industrial Mobilization _________ Other. Explain:

The OFTP Ballistics Laboratory (BALLAB) is an ISO-certified laboratory staffed by experienced engineers and technicians. The BALLAB conducts research and testing of ammunition, firearms, and other law enforcement equipment. The testing protocol for an ammunition solicitation is extensive and procedures are followed to ensure that accurate and consistent results are achieved. Results of all testing are thoroughly documented. Testing assesses both physical and performance characteristics of the sample submitted.

The Atlanta Arms 9mm 115 grain JHP ammunition is produced according to specifications and BALLAB recommendations that can only be obtained from this manufacturer. In addition, the selected contractor has already met the extensive testing requirements conducted by the

BALLAB.

The specified product is specifically developed for the competition marksman. USBP marksman. Require the accuracy of the Atlanta Arms product. The match grade ammunition offers reliable functioning and consisten performance. This product has exhibited no misfires or key holes into the target and much fewer malfunctions than experienced with all other match ammunition brands tested or previously purchased.