Brand Name Justification Cockpit Trainer Signed 26 Jul 2023.pdf

Note: This MFR is only applicable to acquisitions under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Acquisitions using FAR Subpart 13.5 shall follow the special documentation requirements at FAR 13.501.

MEMORANDUM FOR RECORD

SUBJECT: Use of a Single Source below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT)

I. BACKGROUND

A. FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) states for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, Contracting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand-name or industrial mobilization).

B. As required by FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i), this memorandum explains the absence of competition for this acquisition, as only one source will be solicited for this requirement (or for a portion of the requirement) and the requirement is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

II. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUPPLIES/SERVICES REQUIRED

III. RATIONALE FOR SOLICITING FROM A SINGLE SOURCE OR BRAND NAME (select all that apply):

A. ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE SOURCE (select all that apply):

1. RESTRICTIVE RIGHTS

The source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights or secret processes in the item or service required.

2. EXCLUSIVE LICENSING AGREEMENTS

The item or service is only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or there is only one authorized distributor or technical representative for the OEM.

3. BRAND NAME

Item required must be a brand name product, or feature of a product, particular to one manufacturer.

Manufacturer: Bugeye Technologies Manufacturer Name of Item: F-35 AMX Cockpit, Sliding Throttle Console Manufacturer Item Part Number: 21B110068-1001

The 388th Logistics Support Squadron / Maintenance Training Section, Hill Air Force Base, Utah requires 1x 1:1 size Cockpit Training Simulator with the following characteristics.

1x ICC/IPP/Batt Panel -1x Dual selection gated safety toggle switch - ICC 3 -2x Dual selection toggle switches - ICC 1 & ICC 2 -1x Triple selection gated toggle switch - Battery switch -1x triple selection depression knob - Cabin pressure knob -1x triple selection knob - IPP Start -1x Depression button with safety cover - IPP EMER off

1x 1:1 Ratio PCD

1x Engine run/off/motor panel

Note: This MFR is only applicable to acquisitions under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Acquisitions

-1x Triple selection gated safety toggle switch - Engine Run/Off/Motor -1x Depression button - BIT

1x FCS/ENG reset panel -1x single selection self return toggle switch - FCS Engine reset -1x dual selection self return toggle switch - Rudder

1x F-35 HOTAS (Hands On Throttle And Stick)

1x Adjustable Sim Ejection Seat -1x Dual selection self return toggle switch - Seat Adjust

1x Rudder Pedal Assy -1x Pull handle - Pedal Adjust

Lead time: on or before 24 weeks after receipt of order.

Market research indicates Bugeye Technologies F-35 AMX Cockpit item 21B110068-1001 is the current model that meets the government's requirement. The previous model of this training aid is currently in use at multiple air force bases including Luke, Nellis, Wright-Patterson, and the at the United States Air Forces Europe Warrior Preparation Center. The procurement of this current model of cockpit trainer provided by Bugeye Technologies will continue to standardize and strengthen the program from a maintenance perspective, since it is similar to the model currently in use. This acquisition is essential to the Government’s requirements, thereby precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company. Other products do not meet the government's intent to standardize the maintenance and training requirements. The cockpit has all buttons, switches, dials, throttle, side stick, and PCD needed for engine run training being in exact locations and having mirror functions as on aircraft, giving trainees the real look and feel of what they will see during practical application while allowing instructors to more effectively monitor student reaction times to emergency situations. A determination by the contracting officer will be made that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable. To remove or overcome any barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services required in the future the government will review the specifications of the required trainer.

4. OTHER REASONS

B. UNUSUAL AND COMPELLING URGENCY.

The supplies or services are of such unusual and compelling urgency that the Government would be seriously injured unless the agency is permitted to limit the number of sources from which it solicits bids or proposals. Urgent requirements are supplies or services that will result in a work stoppage, or are mission critical and the routine processing time would result in injury to the Government. The determination that the procurement for the above item/service is an urgent and compelling requirement is based on the following:

1. Date on which the requirement was first identified.

2. Required delivery date/period of performance.

3. Explanation of why delivery/commencement of services by the date mentioned above is required:

4. If appropriate, include any additional pertinent information.

IV. CONTRACTING OFFICER'S DETERMINATION

I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem

Note: This MFR is only applicable to acquisitions under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Acquisitions only a single source is reasonably available.

Refer to FAR 5.102(a)(6) for the requirement to post the brand-name justification or documentation.

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer Dawn A. Schmidt, GS-13, DAF Contracting Officer

Signature of Contracting Offficer

Note: This MFR is only applicable to acquisitions under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Acquisitions using FAR Subpart 13.5 shall follow the special documentation requirements at FAR 13.501.

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MEMORANDUM FOR RECORD

SUBJECT: Use of a Single Source below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT)

I. BACKGROUND

A. FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) states for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, Contracting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand-name or industrial mobilization).

B. As required by FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i), this memorandum explains the absence of competition for this acquisition, as only one source will be solicited for this requirement (or for a portion of the requirement) and the requirement is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

II. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUPPLIES/SERVICES REQUIRED

III. RATIONALE FOR SOLICITING FROM A SINGLE SOURCE OR BRAND NAME (select all that apply):

The source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights or secret processes in the item or service required.

The item or service is only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or there is only one authorized distributor or technical representative for the OEM.

Item required must be a brand name product, or feature of a product, particular to one manufacturer.

The supplies or services are of such unusual and compelling urgency that the Government would be seriously injured unless the agency is permitted to limit the number of sources from which it solicits bids or proposals. Urgent requirements are supplies or services that will result in a work stoppage, or are mission critical and the routine processing time would result in injury to the Government. The determination that the procurement for the above item/service is an urgent and compelling requirement is based on the following:

1. Date on which the requirement was first identified.

2. Required delivery date/period of performance.

3. Explanation of why delivery/commencement of services by the date mentioned above is required:

4. If appropriate, include any additional pertinent information.

IV. 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.

Refer to FAR 5.102(a)(6) for the requirement to post the brand-name justification or documentation.

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Manufacturer Name of Item: F-35 AMX Cockpit, Sliding Throttle Console Manufacturer Item Part Number: 21B110068-1001

The 388th Logistics Support Squadron / Maintenance Training Section, Hill Air Force Base, Utah requires 1x 1:1 size Cockpit Training Simulator with the following characteristics.

1x ICC/IPP/Batt Panel -1x Dual selection gated safety toggle switch - ICC 3 -2x Dual selection toggle switches - ICC 1 & ICC 2 -1x Triple selection gated toggle switch - Battery switch -1x triple selection depression knob - Cabin pressure knob -1x triple selection knob - IPP Start -1x Depression button with safety cover - IPP EMER off

1x 1:1 Ratio PCD

1x Engine run/off/motor panel -1x Triple selection gated safety toggle switch - Engine Run/Off/Motor -1x Depression button - BIT

1x FCS/ENG reset panel -1x single selection self return toggle switch - FCS Engine reset -1x dual selection self return toggle switch - Rudder

1x F-35 HOTAS (Hands On Throttle And Stick)

1x Adjustable Sim Ejection Seat -1x Dual selection self return toggle switch - Seat Adjust

1x Rudder Pedal Assy -1x Pull handle - Pedal Adjust

Lead time: on or before 24 weeks after receipt of order.

Market research indicates Bugeye Technologies F-35 AMX Cockpit item 21B110068-1001 is the current model that meets the government's requirement. The previous model of this training aid is currently in use at multiple air force bases including Luke, Nellis, Wright-Patterson, and the at the United States Air Forces Europe Warrior Preparation Center. The procurement of this current model of cockpit trainer provided by Bugeye Technologies will continue to standardize and strengthen the program from a maintenance perspective, since it is similar to the model currently in use. This acquisition is essential to the Government’s requirements, thereby precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company. Other products do not meet the government's intent to standardize the maintenance and training requirements. The cockpit has all buttons, switches, dials, throttle, side stick, and PCD needed for engine run training being in exact locations and having mirror functions as on aircraft, giving trainees the real look and feel of what they will see during practical application while allowing instructors to more effectively monitor student reaction times to emergency situations. A determination by the contracting officer will be made that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable. To remove or overcome any barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services required in the future the government will review the specifications of the required trainer.