Brand Name JA_Redacted.pdf

This is a Customer Justification for Sole Source/Brand Name document submitted by the Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) for procurement of CISCO network switches. The justification establishes that CISCO is the only acceptable source due to security and network regulation requirements mandated by the Department of Defense and United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) configurations and management standards. The single supplier requirement ensures compatibility with all existing systems and equipment already installed and performing within MARSOC's network infrastructure. The contracting requirement is classified under NAICS code 334210 with PSC 7G21 for supply procurement.

Market research was conducted through internet searches via GSA Advantage, GSA eLibrary, UNICOR, and AbilityOne within a normal lead time frame, concluding that LPTA (Lowest Price Technically Acceptable) will be utilized to acquire the brand name CISCO network switches. The anticipated solicitation method is designated as Small Business SetAside. The contracting action has received approvals from market research, commercial item determination, and sole source authorization, all dated May 5-7, 2026. Mandatory sources including Agency Inventories, Ability One Services, Federal Supply Schedule, and Federal Prison Industries were all marked unavailable, and no excess supplies from other agencies or specific supplies and services were available.