BN-SS_Redacted.pdf

This is a Brand Name/Sole Source Justification document for a federal procurement action.

The contracting activity seeks to procure 15 units of a King Nutronics High Temperature Calibrator (Part Number 3604A-1-101) on a sole-source basis under FAR 13.106-1(b)(i), which permits soliciting from a single source. King Nutronics is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the high temperature calibrator and maintains no authorized distributors, resellers, or partners authorized to sell this equipment. The justification cites two primary rationales for the sole-source award: first, King Nutronics is the sole OEM capable of providing the equipment, and second, procurement of alternative brands would result in failure of repair due to the proprietary nature of King Nutronics' internal calibration standards systems and equipment. The contracting officer determined that the items described are compatible in all aspects with existing systems, and that no other manufacturer's parts or equipment could serve as adequate substitutes without compromising functionality. The Corona Division confirmed it has no plans to compete future contracts for this type of supplies or services but will assess feasibility if another potential source emerges. BPA N6426725A4016 was awarded under this justification. The document was signed by Contracting Officer Wren Kelsey Rebecca on April 24, 2026.