Brand Name JA_Router.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: 39 CONS/PKC

Project/Program Name: C26_CS_Network Hardware (Routers)

Purchase Request / Local ID Number: F2G3D16160AC01

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options): $229,215.75

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

Cisco 8161-G2 Secure Router - 75 each - $2,236.87 each Cisco License supporting IPSEC and DMVPN - 75 each C8151 Rack Mount Kit

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

USAFE Network environment dictates the usage of Cisco due to an already implemented enterprise-level solution. This document approves acquisition of brand name only network devices for 39 CS at Incirlik AB in accordance with the memorandum signed by HQ USAFE-AFAFRICA/A6 Network and Communications Branch Chief dated 14 January 2026. To protect network integrity, enforce strict cybersecurity protocols, and prevent unauthorized hardware vulnerabilities on the military network, local base policy strictly restricts network devices to pre-approved configurations. At present, the governing base network memorandum exclusively authorizes the use of Cisco-manufactured systems. Additionally, devices will be utilized in areas with minimal space so a smaller footprint is needed. No other brand or product line is approved for integration or operation on this network infrastructure.

Consequently, to maintain strict technical compliance with network security mandates, prevent a critical gap in mission capability, and ensure immediate interoperability, the government must restrict this procurement to the following specific, authorized Cisco brand-name items

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

Continuous Market Research: Prior to any subsequent procurement of network equipment or accessories, the Government will issue Sources Sought Notices and Requests for Information (RFIs) to identify newly developed, non-proprietary hardware that achieves NSA cryptographic certifications and direct network interoperability.

Maximizing Distributor Competition: Until an alternative networking platform is certified for the enterprise network, the Government will maximize competition to the greatest extent practicable by soliciting quotes from all authorized CISCO distributors and small business resellers, ensuring price competition is achieved

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

To remove or overcome barriers to competitions and eliminate the need for future single-source or brand name justifications the requiring activity will review authorized system equipment suitable for use prior to replacement of network equipment.

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

03-Aug-2026

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Zakobe Fead, SSgt, USAF

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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