Attachment_4_-_Brand_Name_Justification.pdf
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- Generator and ATS Replacement - Allegheny NFH, PA Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 140FC226Q0049
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This is a Single Source Justification form (FWS Form 3-0034) from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Joint Administrative Operations Acquisitions Operations, used to justify sole source procurement for purchases under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).
The Allegheny National Fish Hatchery requires procurement of a Caterpillar (CAT) emergency standby generator to provide reliable backup power for the hatchery's groundwater well system. Market research determined that Caterpillar is the only manufacturer with a certified local service provider located within the local area; certified service providers for other major generator manufacturers are located approximately two to three hours away, resulting in significantly longer emergency response times. The proximity of a local CAT-certified service provider is identified as a critical operational requirement, not a matter of convenience, because the hatchery relies entirely on electrically powered groundwater wells for continuous water supply to fish culture facilities. Alternative generator manufacturers would require service providers with response delays that could result in extended outages, leading to loss of water supply, substantial fish mortality, interruption of production schedules, and failure to meet stocking commitments for Great Lakes fisheries restoration. The specification of a Caterpillar generator does not represent an unnecessary barrier to competition but rather reflects a legitimate minimum requirement necessary to meet mission-critical operational needs. The contractor's qualifications include the availability of local certified CAT technicians providing rapid emergency response, timely preventive maintenance, and immediate access to genuine replacement parts. Fair and reasonable pricing will be determined through IDIQ or open market solicitation if necessary. The justification was certified by Program/Project Officer Brian Waz on August 6, 2026, and approved by Contracting Officer Elvia Arellano on the same date.
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FWS Form 3-0034 (Rev. 10/2020) U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
1. Description of Need
3. Other Capable Sources
2. Market Research Conducted
Pursuant to FAR subpart 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii), for purchases not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT), Contracting Officers may solicit from only one source if the circumstances deem only one source is reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand name, or industrial mobilization).
Instructions: The information in the text boxes are provided as sample language or to indicate a needed fill-in. Sample language should be removed from the final document. All text boxes require information and shall not be left blank.
SINGLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION
(UNDER SAT)
JOINT ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS
Acquisitions Operations
4. Barriers to Competition
5. Contractor's Qualifications
6. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost
7. Recommendation and Certification by Program Office
Based on the above justification, I recommend this acquisition to be conducted using sole source acquisition procedures. I hereby certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Program / Project Officer
8. Contracting Officer Certification and Approval: Under SAT
Based on the above justification, I hereby certify and approve the use of sole source acquisition procedures under FAR Part 13 for this purchase.
Contracting Officer
| Text3: Alternative generator manufacturers would require service providers located approximately two to three hours from the hatchery. During emergency conditions, particularly severe weather or regional power outages, these travel distances would significantly delay repairs and restoration of backup power. Extended outages could result in loss of water supply to fish production units, leading to substantial mortality of federally managed fish stocks, interruption of production schedules, and failure to meet stocking commitments supporting Great Lakes fisheries restoration. |
| Text2: Market research was conducted to identify manufacturers of industrial standby generators and the availability of factory-authorized service providers capable of supporting equipment at the Allegheny National Fish Hatchery. The research determined that Caterpillar (CAT) is the only manufacturer with a certified service provider located within the local area. Certified service providers for other major generator manufacturers are located approximately two to three hours from the hatchery, resulting in significantly longer emergency response times. |
The proximity of a local CAT-certified service provider is a critical operational requirement, not a matter of convenience. The hatchery relies entirely on electrically powered groundwater wells to provide continuous water flow to production raceways and tanks supporting Lake Trout reared for the Great Lakes restoration program.
During a commercial power outage, the standby generator must operate reliably to maintain uninterrupted water delivery. If the generator experiences a mechanical or electrical failure, immediate access to factory-certified technicians is essential to diagnose and restore the unit to service. Delays of several hours while technicians travel from distant locations could result in prolonged interruptions to the water supply, leading to declining dissolved oxygen levels, degraded water quality, and potentially catastrophic fish mortality.
Text1: The Allegheny National Fish Hatchery requires the procurement of a Caterpillar (CAT) emergency standby generator to provide reliable backup power for the hatchery's groundwater well system. The hatchery depends entirely on continuous operation of multiple production wells to supply water to its fish culture facilities.
The Allegheny National Fish Hatchery is one of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's primary facilities for producing Lake Trout for stocking into the Great Lakes. Continuous water flow is essential to maintain dissolved oxygen levels, water quality, and appropriate temperatures required for fish survival. Even short-duration power outages that disable well pumps can threaten years of production and significantly impact federal fisheries restoration objectives.
| Text4: The specification of a Caterpillar (CAT) generator does not represent an unnecessary barrier to competition but rather reflects a legitimate minimum requirement necessary to meet the Government's mission-critical operational needs. The procurement will be conducted through a competitive solicitation process, allowing all qualified vendors and distributors capable of furnishing a new Caterpillar generator to compete for award. The brand-specific requirement is based solely on the demonstrated need for immediate access to a local factory-certified service provider, whose proximity is essential to ensure rapid repair and restoration of backup power during utility outages. | |
| Text6: The requirement is for brand name equipment but will be solicited via IDIQ or open market if necessary. An award will only be made if pricing is determined to be fair and reasonable. | |
| 2026-08-06T10:28:44-0400 | |
| BRIAN WAZ |
| 2026-08-06T10:27:05-0500 | |
| ELVIA ARELLANO |
Text5: The availability of local certified CAT technicians substantially reduces the operational risk associated with emergency generator failures by providing:
- Rapid emergency response and repair.Timely preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
- Immediate access to genuine replacement parts.
- Reduced generator downtime during critical operations.
- Increased operational resilience during prolonged commercial power outages.
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