Brand Name JA_TNP-100_Multiplexers_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification and Approval for Use of Other Than Full and Open Competition issued by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWC-AD) in Patuxent River, Maryland.

The procurement authorizes a brand name contract for Vitec TNP-100 TMoIP multiplexers, single unit rack mount kits, and dual unit rack mount kits to be procured on a firm fixed price basis. The specific items required are: 46 units of TNP-100 PCM Telemetry and IRIG IP Multiplexer (part number 17893-US), 6 units of VNP/TNP Single Unit Rack Mount Kit (part number 17901), and 20 units of VNP/TNP Dual Unit Rack Mount Kit (part number 17900). These items support the Atlantic Test Range's (ATR) real-time flight test mission. The estimated dollar value is redacted in the document.

The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority for using other than full and open competition. The rationale emphasizes that the Vitec TNP-100 units are specifically designed for interoperability with existing ATR software systems and comply with the Range Commanders Council IRIG 218-20 standard. The government determined that changing to alternative brands would cause significant delays, require system re-engineering, create operational risks, necessitate new software development, and require IA department re-certification and testing. A Request for Quotes (RFQ) was conducted on SAM.Gov (Notice ID #N0042126R0040) and posted on February 2, 2026, closing on February 17, 2026. The Contracting Officer will ensure fair and reasonable pricing through price analysis conducted by technical specialists.