BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL_VT-MAK MX-SIMCORE_Signed.pdf

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL

SOLE-SOURCE

SUBJECT:

Justification and Approval to Purchase: VT-MAK MX-SIMCORE

ABSTRACT: IAW: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c) (1) and 41 U.S.C. 3304(b) (1) -. The Government refers to alleging in accordance with FAR 6.302-1 that there is “Only one brand name specific and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements in order to meet the agency’s standardization program.” The required written justification and approvals are as follows:

1. CONTRACTING AGENCY - The contracting agency responsible for this action is the 137th ARW, Oklahoma Air National Guard Base Contracting Office, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

2. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT –

The VT-MAK MX-SIMCORE is a WESCAM L-3 approved software only version of the WESCAM MX-SIM training device. It is powerful mission training device software and training solution that delivers a fully interactive training and mission rehearsal environment for operators of WESCAM MX-Series imaging systems.

The VT-MAK MX-SIMCORE is fully customizable to match the exact turret and sensor configuration of MC12W systems, the MX-SIMCORE provides the highest fidelity simulation and training experience. Supporting all standard sensor options and user interfaces, operators train on the exact configuration they will be using when performing live missions.

3. DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES BRAND NAME SPECIFICATION

REQUIREMENT

WESCAM is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), and has designed and developed the WESCAM™ MX-series of Electro-Optic/Infrared (EO/IR) surveillance systems and accessories, including the WESCAM MX training device. WESCAM provides a software only version of the MX-SIM training device, called the MX-SIMCORE sold by VT-MAK. VT-MAK is the only authorized supplier that can sell the MX-series software training device systems originally designed and supplied by Wescam Inc.

4. Impact if action is not completed using BRAND NAME restriction: Mission essential for training for MC-12W Aircrew. Practical solution for lack of aircraft availability. In October we will be down to 1 aircraft for 3-6 Months. Without the MX-SIMCORE training device software for integration with the 137th SOG’s Immersive Training Device (ITDs), the Formal Training Unit will have sever delays in Programmed Flight Training (PFT) that will have a direct negative impact on the 137th ability to support our downrange mission.

5. AUTHORITY CITED – FAR 6.302-1 “Only one brand name specific and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements in order to meet the agency’s standardization program.”

6. REASON FOR AUTHORITY CITED:

The know-how, design of these systems, servicing and upgrade process is proprietary to Wescam Inc who has provide data only to VT-MAK as an authorized distributer. Other manufacturers and suppliers would not have access to appropriate technical data to manufacture, repair or upgrade these systems. Wescam’s MX-series of EO/IR systems are highly sophisticated systems that require special tooling, equipment, and technical skill sets to manufacture and perform repairs or upgrades.

7. OTHER FACTORS – N/A

8. Known Vendors – VT-MAK

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATION - “I certify that the supporting data under my cognizance are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief."

Requiring Activity Signature

Morgan N Mathis, Maj, OKANG

137th Special Operations Group

REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION - “I certify that the supporting data under my cognizance which are included in the J & A are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.”

Requiring Activity Supervisor Signature

Sharla M Gilmore

185 SOS

MATHIS.MORGAN.

NEAL.1277542893

Digitally signed by

MATHIS.MORGAN.NEAL.127754

Date: 2020.07.27 10:17:23 -05'00'

GILMORE.SHARLA

.MARIE.125943597

Digitally signed by

GILMORE.SHARLA.MARIE.1259

435974 Date: 2020.07.27 15:15:37 -05'00'

To be completed by the CONTRACTING OFFICE:

9. EFFORTS TO OBTAIN COMPETITION – EXAMPLE: Known vendors who carry this Brand Name.

10. ACTIONS TO INCREASE COMPETITION – Due to brand name requirements as referenced, fair opportunity solicitation has been given for brand name item requirements.

11. MARKET RESEARCH – EXAMPLE: Historical, published pricing, industry standard, etc

12. INTERESTED SOURCES –EXAMPLE: Posted to NetCents.

FAIR AND REASONABLE COST DETERMINATION – “I hereby determine that the anticipated cost for this contract action will be fair and reasonable.”

PROCURING CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION – “I certify that this J & A is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.”

Christine M Walker

137 MSG/MSC

Contracting Officer

APPROVAL

Based on the forgoing justification, I hereby approve the purchase of this item on an other than full and open competition basis pursuant to the authority of 10 USC 2304(c) (1), subject to availability of funds, and provided that the services and property herein described have otherwise been authorized for purchase.

(IF APPLICABLE IN $ VALUE)

Supervisory Contract Specialist Signature

JFHQ- OK – P&C Office

Supervisory Contract Specialist

WALKER.CHRISTI

NE.MARIE.1121925

Digitally signed by

WALKER.CHRISTINE.MARIE.11

21925210 Date: 2020.09.14 09:16:05 -05'00'