BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL_WESCAM MX Training Device.docx

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL

(Brand Name)

SUBJECT:

Justification and Approval to Purchase: WESCAM MX Training Device 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 WESCAM MX-Simulator is a powerful mission simulation and training solution that delivers a fully interactive training and mission rehearsal environment for operators of WESCAM MX-Series imaging systems.

The WESCAM SIM is fully customizable to match the exact turret and sensor configuration of MC12W systems, the MX-SIM 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-Simulator. Wescam is the only authorized supplier that can sell the MX-series simulator 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.

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. 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 – L3HARRIS 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 Jose A. Hernandez-Chapa, Capt

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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 Joseph D. Conell, Capt

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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