Brand Name J_A 25Q0035 CaseCracker_cwo_rw_rs.pdf

This document is a Determination Memorandum for a sole-source procurement under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold for the CaseCracker Onyx audio and video closed circuit recording system. The system is designed for interview/interrogation recording, with capabilities including live viewing, annotation of significant events, digital marking, and recording storage for over 1000 hours of interviews. The U.S. Marine Corps Criminal Investigation Division (CID) requires this system to obtain evidence needed for identification, investigation, and prosecution of criminal activities, and it is currently used across multiple Marine and Civilian locations including bases in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Arizona, California, and Hawaii.

The document highlights that CaseCracker Onyx is the standard audio/video recording system for the USMC and is also used by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). It has been legally validated for use in court proceedings, with the ability to play recordings on multiple platforms without additional software. The procurement is justified under the "Brand Name" category, with the system being essential for 19 Marine Special Agent positions and providing critical capabilities for legal proceedings, evidence documentation, and court accountability.