Attach. 3 – Brand Name J&A.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for the 92d Contracting Squadron at Fairchild Air Force Base, seeking mountaineering equipment for the 66th Training Squadron. The procurement involves specific brand-name mountaineering training equipment meeting AFMAN 10-3507 standards, including items from Bluewater, SKEDCO, Petzl, and Black Diamond across multiple product categories such as prusik cords, tactical gear, carabiners, climbing tools, avalanche beacons, and safety equipment.

The justification details why each brand-name item is critical, emphasizing interoperability, safety, training consistency, and operational effectiveness. A Dynamic Small Business Search using NAICS 314994 identified 380 small business vendors nationwide, and a Sources Sought notice posted on May 30, 2025, received interest from five capable small business vendors. The contracting officer determined, per FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that only a single source is reasonably available due to the specialized nature of the equipment's requirements and the need to maintain standardization with existing training gear.