Attachment 1 Brand Name Justification.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for the 57th Maintenance Group (57 MXG) to purchase ForceTec System retainers, manufactured exclusively by Fatigue Technology (FTI). The document justifies a sole-source procurement for F-16 aircraft repair items, citing that the ForceTec System is the only technically approved solution capable of performing the required repairs. The acquisition will be conducted through the 99th Contracting Squadron, with a purchase request number of F3G2AG5169A001.

Market research indicates at least three small businesses can meet the requirement under NAICS code 336413 and FSC 1560. The procurement will be set aside as a total small business opportunity, specifically for the Brand Name: ForceTec System. The contracting officer has determined that the single-source procurement is reasonable, with a commitment to conduct future market research to assess potential alternative manufacturers and ensure competitive pricing. The document is dated April 2021, with a contracting officer signature date of 24-Jul-2025.