Brand_Name_Justifcation_Batwing_NSNWR.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification (Under SAT) form submitted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Joint Administrative Operations Acquisitions Operations for the procurement of a heavy-duty 20-foot batwing mower.

The acquisition seeks a John Deere FC20R mower specifically designed to cut invasive prairie plants and trees up to 4 inches in diameter, compatible with a 75 HP tractor operating at 1000 RPM PTO. Required specifications include a ball-type self-level hitch, CV ASAE category 6 splined telescoping driveline, severe duty ag foam-filled tires, 7-gauge deck thickness, minimum 5-year warranty on gearboxes, and heavy-duty stump jumper. The justification documents that online and dealership market research identified the John Deere FC20R as the only suitable model for the agency's applications. Vendors must be SAM registered and meet the brand name and salient characteristics as defined in specifications. Fair and reasonable pricing must be based on previous purchases with trade-ins. The Contracting Officer, Jeremy Riva, certified approval of the sole source acquisition procedure under FAR Part 13 on March 23, 2026. Additional barriers to competition noted include SAM registration requirements and acceptance of trade-in equipment.