Single Source Justification Summary

This is a Single Source Justification document for a commercial products and services procurement at Barksdale Air Force Base. The contracting activity is 2 CONS, located at 801 Kenney Ave, Suite 2301 in Barksdale AFB, Louisiana. The procurement is for the purchase of two (2) AERCO BMK 2000 Boilers with AER trim technology for the 2 MXS Boilers project. The estimated contract cost is redacted in the document.

The requirement specifies advanced, computer-controlled combustion management boilers capable of stable, reliable, and energy-efficient operation with real-time oxygen monitoring, on-board display capability, and automated air-to-fuel ratio maintenance. The boilers must feature an integrated control platform supporting remote monitoring, predictive maintenance analytics, and the ability to adjust to environmental and load changes while operating at high turndown ratios. The justification for single-source procurement cites AERCO as the exclusive manufacturer of the BMK 2000 Boiler with AER trim technology, which has been standardized at Barksdale AFB to meet Environmental Requirements for Contractors and to prevent mold and mildew growth in the facility's humid subtropical climate. Standardization on AERCO equipment has reduced training requirements, minimized parts inventory needs, and built specialized technician expertise. The document notes that AERCO collaborates with multiple authorized regional vendors qualifying as small business entities to support competition. The Contracting Officer, Ronnie L. Bushue (GS-13, DAF), determined on May 12, 2026, that only a single source is reasonably available under FAR 12.102. Future competitive solicitations will be considered if additional qualified vendors become available.