Brand Name Justification-KO signed_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Non-Competitive Procurement Justification Memorandum for a purchase of essential support and maintenance for Olney DDN mass storage systems from Data Direct Networks (DDN). The procurement is justified due to restrictive licensing agreements, with only DDN and its authorized resellers qualified to provide support and maintenance. The technical requirements specify that only DDN-certified technicians can perform the work to ensure system integrity and functionality.

The memorandum outlines the basis for a single-source procurement under FAR guidelines, specifically citing exclusive licensing agreements and brand-specific requirements. The document includes certifications from a program manager and a contracting officer, with digital signatures dated November 12, 2025, approving the solicitation of the proposed procurement from a sole or limited source. The effective date for this procurement justification memo is April 2025, and it covers a purchase request with a specific reference number (EX7990X).