Attach 2. - Brand Name J&A_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for Peltor Headsets and Radio Adapters issued by the 92d Contracting Squadron at Fairchild AFB, Washington. The document justifies a sole-source procurement of 3M Peltor tactical headsets for Security Forces, specifically the Motorola APX 6000 radio-compatible headset with Natural Interaction Behavior (NIB) wireless technology. Market research determined that only the 3M Peltor headset meets the required mission-critical specifications for military and law enforcement environments, including capabilities for peer-to-peer communication, high noise environments, and seamless integration with current Motorola APX 6000 radios.

The justification details that the headsets are essential for enhancing communication and safety during flight line operations, with unique features like NIB wireless technology enabling 4-team member simultaneous communications without external radio support. The document indicates the procurement is not part of a Bridge Action, with a Purchase Request/Local ID Number of F1X35F5007A001. The contracting officer, Paul C. Blais (GS-13), has determined that a single source is reasonably available, and the unit commits to conducting periodic market research to evaluate alternative products and ensure competitive sourcing in the future.