Attachment 1 - BNJ_BlueSkyMast_10 Jul.pdf

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION

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Section A: General Contract Information

Is this a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan? Yes No

Contracting Activity: 31st Contracting Squadron

Project/Program Name: Blue Sky Antenna Mast

Purchase Request / Local ID Number: FA568223Q0025

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options):

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

The proposed contract action is for the purchase of two Blue Sky Antenna Mast systems for use in Aviano AB missions. These are rugged, wind resistant, adjustable height, high payload antenna masts that would be used to set up a tactical operations center for command and control of Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) forces.

Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source or Brand Name

The acquisition of the Blue Sky 15m Antenna Mast is required primarily for line of sight communication with airborne combat rescue aircraft. The tactical operations center may be set up an an airfield (surrounded by tall hangars/bldgs) or in another austere location with vertical obstructions and requires the antennas for radios to be elevated above the obstructions in order to maintain line of sight (LOS) and beyond LOS communications with rescue forces and coordinating agencies. This antenna mast provides 15m of additional height to current antenna systems which is crucial in maintaining LOS communication range over obstructions as well as providing a clear view to the sky for satellite based internet or a SATCOM radio antenna. A mast with a tri-base support system for erecting the mast in austere field conditions is also required as having the capability to be erected for a prolonged period of time and one that can withstand potentially heavier weather conditions. Other proposed antennae systems do not meet this need. Blue Sky antenna mast is the standard for units within theater and are required to facilitate the use of parts currently available to maintain/fix on Aviano AB.

Consideration of an "or equal" product would essentially isolate 31/FW from systems compatibility with units within USAFE.

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

Market research conducted by 31 CONS revealed these items are available in the commercial marketplace as more than three vendors provided capability of providing these items. There is full expectation that adequate price competition will be received in response to a request for quotes.

Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards

Mission partners at Aviano AB will continue to conduct market research on compatible radio equipment for their mission needs. Aircraft needs and capabilities may drive an update to the type of antenna mast we are mandated to have. However, to remain in compliance with our standard, Blue Sky antenna masts are required.

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Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination

I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

Date

10-Jul-2023

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Nicole Orr, TSgt/E6

Signature of Contracting Officer

April 2021 Page of Section A: General Contract Information Is this a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan?

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source or Brand Name Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

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