Attachment 3 - Brand Name Justification_Bobcat_FA440726Q8003.pdf

This is a Determination and Findings (D&F) document justifying a sole source acquisition for the 375 Civil Engineering Squadron at Scott Air Force Base.

The 375 Civil Engineering Squadron (CES/CEOHH) is acquiring one commercial-grade Bobcat UW56 Toolcat utility work machine (Part Number: M1225) with specified upgrades and a rear-mounted spreader. This heavy-duty, multi-purpose, all-seasons utility vehicle will be used for severe winter weather operations, including clearing heavy snow and ice, sweeping streets, and applying chemical de-icers across Scott AFB's roadways and parking pavements. The acquisition is justified as a sole source procurement under RFO 11.204(a)(2)(ii) (Brand Name authority) because the Bobcat UW56 is the only make/model directly compatible with the 375 CES's current inventory of attachments and proprietary mounting hardware. The current Bobcat 5600 Tool cat is approaching end-of-life and requires several specialized attachments to meet mission requirements. Procuring a different brand or model would require concurrent purchase of an entire new suite of attachments, forcing the government to expend additional funds exceeding $80,000 to replace supporting equipment that remains fully functional. The determination was signed by Margret West, Contracting Officer (CIV, USAF) on September 17, 2026.