Brand Name Justification Letter UTS.pdf

DDEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

HEADQUARTERS 141ST AIR REFUELING WING (AMC)

FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE WASHINGTON

26 September 2023

MEMORANDUM FOR 141 MSG/MSC – BASE CONTRACTING OFFICE

FROM: 242 CBCS

SUBJECT: Brand Name Justification for UTS Systems Brand Tent Power and Support Components

In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations, Part 13.106-1(b), I am requesting approval for soliciting for UTS Systems brand Tent Power and Support Components to support the 242 CBCS. The following facts and rationale are presented for your consideration in accordance with FAR, Part 13.106-1(b).

1. Agency and Contracting Activity:

141 ARW – 141st Wing Base Contracting Office.

2. Nature and/or Description of Action:

Justification for soliciting for Brand Name requirement for the procurement of UTS Systems Brand Tent Power and Components

3. Description of Service and Estimated Price:

UTS Systems Brand Tent Power and Support Components

1. Qty: 2 x Portable Power Distribution Units, UT-20246-HD

2. Qty: 1 x TM60 Integrated Light Set and Master Control box, UT-TS-BLJA21-6LS

3. Qty: 2 x TM36 Integrated Light Set and Master Control box, UT-TS-BLJA21-2LS

4. Qty: 2 x 1 Set 8 Hanging Rigid Bar with Carry Bag, UT-RB8

5. Qty: 1 x SM5 Blackout Vestibule, UT-727360

6. Qty: 2 x TM Series Semi Hard Door, UTSHD-01-DT

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST: $

4. Justification:

The specified UTS Systems brand tent power and support components are required to meet UTC 6KTGB requirements per AF LOGFOR Material List Report. The 242 has purchased the tents through the Air Force supply system, however the government must procure the remaining required components on the open market or other means. It is critical for the 242 CBCS to have exact matching and compatible components provided by UTS Systems vs any other brand, in order to avoid issues with configuration and compatibility. The 242 CBCS mission, especially during high opstempo conditions in the field, would be severely hindered if off brand components were attempted to be utilized with the greater tent system.

5. Market Research:

Market research indicates other brands provide tens and components with similar capabilities however since the Air Force supply system and Air Force LOGFOR Material List Report specify UTS System specific tent structures, all components also required must be UTS System brand.

UTS System is a small business, and also does aloe for other businesses to re-sell their tents and equipment. This means that competition will not be limited to a sole source situation.

I, the undersigned, certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

NICHOLAS D. FARVER, MSgt, WA ANG Technical Representative

1st Ind, 141 MSG/MSC

MEMORANDUM FOR 141 MSG/MSC

APPROVED: DISAPPROVED: Date:

I certify that this justification for brand name requirement is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I hereby determine that this request is sufficient to justify soliciting brand name only.

MATTHEW J. BERUBE, SMSgt, WA ANG Contracting Officer

FARVER.NICHOLA

S.DAVID.13939107

Digitally signed by

FARVER.NICHOLAS.DAVID.139

3910794 Date: 2023.09.27 10:15:08 -07'00'

BERUBE.MATTHE

W.J.1012942814

Digitally signed by

BERUBE.MATTHEW.J.10129428

Date: 2023.09.27 10:28:36 -07'00'