B01_ Brand Name Only.pdf

This document is a Brand Name Only Justification form for a federal contract opportunity issued by the U.S. Army Contracting Command at Rock Island Arsenal. The solicitation seeks PLC spare parts specifically from Allen Bradley, PLC Spare Parts, with a fixed-price contract mechanism. The procurement is categorized as a new requirement under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), which allows for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold.

The justification emphasizes the need for original manufacturer spare parts for critical operational systems, highlighting requirements for immediate repair, redundancy, and operational efficiency in design, installation, and maintenance. The contract will support several existing systems that require original manufacturer long lead time parts not readily available from alternative sources. The solicitation indicates that bids must include manufacturer sourcing information, item details, specifications, and estimated delivery lead times, with submissions to be made via email to a specific government contact at the Department of the Army Materiel Command Joint Munitions Command.