Attachment 5 - SF 1013 Justification and Approval Brand Name Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) form for the use of a brand name specification. The J&A provides justification for the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) to procure bulk solvents for the Western Currency Facility using a brand name rather than generic specifications. The key details are:

The BEP requires bulk solvents to be stored in the flammable liquid storage building at the Western Currency Facility. The solvents will be procured through Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) to facilitate continuous delivery and pickup. The J&A justifies the use of a brand name specification due to the criticality of the solvents for BEP operations and the need to ensure compatibility with existing equipment and processes. The J&A states that only the brand name solvents will meet the BEP's requirements.