Attachment 3 - KI Ruckus Chairs - Brand Name Justification Letter.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND

361st Training Squadron

Sheppard AFB, Texas

1 Mar 2023

MEMORANDUM FOR 82 CONS/PKA

FROM: 361 TRS/CC

SUBJECT: Brand Name Requirements Justification

1. Description of the Supplies/Services: Squadron student seating furniture is required to replace damaged, worn, and outdated furniture. These chairs will provide a professional appearance and promote innovation in learning.

2. Efforts to Obtain Competition: To maintain product continuity and expand on the previously purchased seating, we selected the KI furniture brand. A thorough review of GSA eBuy confirmed that only K1 can provide the Ruckus Chairs trademarked design. These chairs are not on the chair BPA.

3. Market Research: To the best of our knowledge, KI is the only known brand name that is available that meets the requirement standards for expanding the already existing chair design sought IAW FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(B) and FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(C).

4. Other Factors: We choose the chairs based on several different factors. Experience has proven these chairs to be both sturdy and of high quality. The construction materials of the chairs could be easily cleaned and sanitized. The undercarriage book rack allows for storage of personal belongings without blocking walkways and paths. The rollers provide an easy way to move the chairs without harming the flooring underneath. The multi seating option opens the classroom up for discussion and collaboration. The back/arm rest allows 360-degree seating changes with minimal to no effort. The shape of the back can also provide a mobile rest for study materials or for writing notes during these collaborative experiences.

5. A Statement Of The Actions, If Any, The Agency May Take To Remove Or Overcome Any Barriers To Competition Before Making Subsequent Acquisitions For The Supplies Or Services Required. After reviewing other sources of furniture, only K1 meets the seating function ability desired in our training environment. The Government’s best interest is to reserve this requirement for the K1 brand name. There are multiple vendors that distribute K1 Ruckus chairs.

JAMES B. HEDGEPETH, Maj, USAF Commander

1st Ind, 82 CONS/PKA

The above justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Contracting Officer

2d Ind, 82 CONS/PKA

Approved/Disapproved

Chief, Base/Specialized Acquisition Team

1512994640C Underline

1512994640C Cross-Out