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5. Demonstration of Contractor's Unique Qualifications (FAR 6.303-2(b)(5)).

Drager is unique in being the only manufacturer providing a pump with a 147ft length clearance sample hose capability required for Hoover Dam confined space. They are the only manufacture to guarantee that the sensors in their portable hand-held gas detection unit will hold their viability for a minimum of 180 to 365 days. This is required for the confined space access by the Hoover Dam personnel to ensure the quick response to avoid serious injury or fatality of any BOR personnel. Drager also has the adaptability to be able to upgrade their sensors which provides savings to the government. Draeger provides the extra added worker safety in tightly constructed confined spaces by providing the option of the hand-held devices instead of workers wearing bulky clothing that may get stuck in tight situations. Finally, they are the only manufacturer to provide a comprehensive sustainment and maintenance program for the hand-held portable gas detection units.

6. Description of efforts made to maximize competition (FAR 6.303-2(b)(6)).

An authorized retailer list was obtained by the Region Sales Manager, from

Drager. A total of eleven companies were listed and another was found by an internet search. All twelve companies appear to be able to provide the required equipment for this requirement.

7. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost (FAR 6.303-2(b)(7)). The proposed price will be determined fair and reasonable based on price analysis techniques at FAR

13.106- 3(a)(l) and comparison to an independent Government estimate.

8. Description of Market Research Conducted (FAR 6.303-2(b)(8)).

Tim Crusing, the regional sales manager for Drager provides an authorized retail distributor list. The list included eleven names of different vendors that are authorized distributors of Drager products. Of the eleven vendors, seven were listed in SAM.gov as being small business. One more vendor was found by conducting an internet search who is also a small business per SAM.gov. All vendors seem to be capable of providing the products either per their website or per the sales manager at Drager.

9. Any Other Supporting Facts (FAR 6.303-2(b)(9)).

None

10. Listing oflnterested Sources (FAR 6.303-2(b)(10)).

There were no sources to express interest in writing but there are seven small businesses who are able to provide the products and services requested.

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11. Actions Taken to Remove Barriers to Competition (FAR 6.303-2(b)(ll)).

There is competition available among vendors that provide Drager gas detection products.

SIGNATURES

REQUESTING OFFICE REPRESENTATIVE CERTIFICATION: See Single/Sole Source requested dated 3/9/2023 signed by Joseph Knoll

PREPARED BY:

LARISSA

XBELL

Digttaly signed by LARISSA

BELL

Date: 2023.08.04 11 :48:03 007'00'

Name: Larissa Bell

Date:

CONTRACTING OFFICER (CO) (FAR 6.304(a)(l) or FAR 13.501(a)(2)(i)): (All Values)

VIRGINIA

XTOLEDO

Digitally signed by

VIRGINIA TOLEDO

Date: 2023.08.14 16:53:53 -07'00'

Name: Virginia Toledo

Date:

CHIEF of the CONTRACTING OFFICE (CCO) (DOI-AAAP-0024): (> $250K)

X

Digitally signed by KELLI GREENE

Date: 2023.08.17 06:47:28-07'00'

Name:

Date:

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