Brand Name J and A_UHF Radios_CO Signed.pdf

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

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Section A: General Contract Information

Is this a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan? Yes No

Contracting Activity: 4th Contracting Squadron

Project/Program Name: UHF Radio Installation for 4 FW/CP

Purchase Request / Local ID Number: F3T0CT5080AW01

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options): $281,822.96

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

The project requires the removal of the existing UHF system to create space for the installation of an upgraded communication General Dynamic's CM-350 radio system (Brand Name Only).

Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source or Brand Name

The General Dynamic's CM-350 multi-channel transceiver addresses the limitations of the existing system by providing a single, integrated solution capable of handling multiple UHF channels simultaneously. The General Dynamic's CM-350 offers the following key advantages:

Enhanced Coverage & Flexibility: The multi-channel capability of the General Dynamic's CM-350 provides maximum coverage and flexibility for simultaneous use within the Emergency Actions (EA) Cell and Wing Operation Center (WOC).

Improved Command & Control (C2) Support: By enabling simultaneous monitoring and communication across multiple channels, the CM-350 significantly enhances the 4 FW / CP's ability to provide effective and timely C2 support.

Increased Operational Efficiency: Eliminating the need to manually cycle through multiple single-channel receivers streamlines communication processes, reducing operator workload and improving response times.

Alignment with Legacy Capabilities: The General Dynamic's CM-350 mirrors the multi-channel functionality previously utilized in the 4 FW / CP, ensuring a familiar and effective operating environment. Most Air Force bases are transferring to the CM-350 for standard aviation.

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

Mandatory sources were contacted and none of them can fulfill this requirement.

Four small businesses under NAICS 334220 responded to a sources sought posted via SAM.gov on 21 April 2025 stating they were interested and capable of fulfilling the requirement providing capability statements and vendor information.

All vendors must be authorized resellers of General Dynamic's CM-300/CM-350 transmitters and receivers since they are the sole manufacturer. Two of the small businesses provided certification letters stating they are authorized resellers.

Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards

With each additional requirement received, 4 CONS will continue to search for distributors and manufacturers that sell the General Dynamic's CM-350 transmitter to fulfill requirements submitted by the customer.

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Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination

I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

Date

12-Jul-2025

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Nelson Sosa, TSgt

Signature of Contracting Officer

April 2021 Page of Section A: General Contract Information Is this a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan?

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source or Brand Name Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

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