Brand Name Justification -- DC ONE-XM___Redacted_F (1).pdf

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

March 2018 Page 2 of 2 prevent the purchase of multiple headsets per user, the 4SOS shall issue one headset per member to be used both in flight operations and the simulator.

Conducted market research and past acquisition history show there is a reasonable expectation of receiving two or more competitive quotations from responsible small businesses in terms of quality, delivery, and fair market price. Pre-existing Federal Government contract vehicles (GWAC, GSA FSS, Internal AF IDIQs) that provide the requested supplies are not available for use.

The synopsitation shall be issued electronically through the Government Point of Entry (GPE) website and set-aside 100% for small business concerns.

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

Until the AC-130J simulator platform is modified or the training system is upgraded or changed to allow the use of other brands, David Clark will remain the exclusive brand of headsets for the 4SOS. At this time, there is no reasonable expectation the brand name requirement for David Clark headsets can be removed for future requirements. As technology continues to develop and change, the company contracted to operate the AC-130J simulator will continue to have access to updated specifications of available headsets in efforts to increase competition for future acquisitions.

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 Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer Signature of Contracting Officer