Brand Name Justification CO Sign.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: 45 Contracting Squadron

Project/Program Name: Dive Regulator

Purchase Request / Local ID Number: F3KRA94100AW01/ FA252124QB072

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options): $115,000.00

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

The 308th RQS has a requirement to purchase a Divator RS4 Dive Regulators.

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

(A) The 308th RQS requires a dive regulator to ensure that the intermediate pressure leading to the breathing valve remains stable regardless of pressure variations in the air supply or the depth of the dive.

The 308th RQS wants to utilize brand name Divator RS4 regulators, which have been Authorized for Military Use (AMU) as approved cold-water regulators.

(B) The RS4 first stage regulator reduces high-pressure air from the cylinder to a predetermined intermediate pressure level, which is crucial for preventing regulator freezing. It has a robust shockproof design with a rubber cover and includes four low-pressure outputs for buoyancy compensator, dry suit, and second-stage regulators. These regulators must replace the discontinued Conshelf XVI regulators currently used by the 308th Rescue Squadron to maintain operational readiness. The RS4 has been tested and approved by the Navy Experimental Diving Unit (NEDU) as a listed cold-water regulator within the Authorized for Military Use (AMU). The RS4 meets all requirements described in AFI 10-3504 AF Dive Program and is specifically listed on the Maintenance Index Page 5921/165.

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

Market research was conducted to identify potential suppliers for the Divator RS4 regulators. Budgetary estimates were obtained from three companies: Interspiro, MIG GOV, and ADS. All budgetary estimates reflect the identical part numbers and descriptions of the Divator RS4 regulator components.

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

To preclude the necessity for future brand name acquisitions, the requiring activity will conduct regular market surveys to identify potential new sources of compatible and approved diving regulators in accordance with AFI 10-3504 AF Dive Program. Additionally, efforts will be made to engage with industry stakeholders and participate in relevant forums and trade shows to stay informed of new developments and alternative suppliers. This proactive approach aims to foster competition and expand the pool of

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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

18-Jul-2024

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Yolanda A. Butler, NH-III

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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