B2 WSSC UPS Single Source Redacted.pdf

This is a Determination and Findings (D&F) for a Single-Source Acquisition under RFO Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

The Department of the Air Force, through contracting activity AFSC/PZIOB, is authorizing a single-source solicitation from Circa Inc. for the acquisition of Qty 2 Eaton 93PM Battery Cabinets (IBC-LW, Part #: CIR-93PM-IBC-LW(2)-260). The total estimated value of the acquisition is redacted. The single-source acquisition is justified under RFO 13.101(b) authority based on three primary findings: (1) Exclusive Licensing/Distribution—Circa Inc. is the sole authorized distributor for the required products in Oklahoma, and the original equipment manufacturer (Eaton) has confirmed in writing that it does not sell directly and exclusively uses Circa for all government sales; (2) Brand Name or Particular Feature—Eaton UPS devices are highly technical, software-driven equipment requiring Eaton-specific software and technicians for emergency diagnostics, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and updates, with Eaton restricting third-party usage of their software and requiring contracted Eaton Authorized Representatives for service; and (3) Market Research—Vendor outreach and subject matter expert research conducted from May 18, 2026 through June 18, 2026 confirmed that only Circa Inc. is capable of providing the specific brand-name item required. The Contracting Officer has determined that the circumstances make only one source reasonably available and that the single-source acquisition is in the Government's best interest. No expiration date applies as this D&F is for an individual contract action.