Brand Name Justification_M21-034 Hanel Rotomat_6 October 2021_Redacted.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: AFSC/PZIMB, 3001 Staff Dr., Tinker AFB, Oklahoma 73145

Project/Program Name: Rotomat Stacker [Vertical Carousel]

Purchase Request / Local ID Number: PR 1028493 (AIF Control No./Offset/JON/BIN )

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options):

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

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The 76 MXSG is requesting purchase of a Hanel Rotomat Storage Carousel. The requirement is for the model 985/172/343/406. It is a vertical carousel, which is a type of high density storage system that uses a series of shelves that rotate on a track to deliver stored items to an access point. The system can store items securely. This particular model has multi-functional carrier shelves and a touch display for operating the system. The specifications were derived from an identical vertical carousel purchased for the 76 MXSG in 2012/2013. (please see detailed item description Statement of Work - SOW) The new vertical carousel will replace the aging and non-operable carousels located in the tool crib. The new carousel will be located by the existing (and functioning) Hanel 985 carousel to maximize the available floor space. Additionally, the purchase of the 985/172/343/406 will include incidental services for the installation in accordance with the SOW.

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

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Hanel Storage Systems, L.P. possesses the unique supply required by the 76 MXSG, who is choosing to add an additional unit to a tool crib to store the items that are not currently secured and are not ergonomically accessible. The existing vertical carousel (of identical make and model) is located at Post S71 in Building 3001, Tinker AFB. I verified this equipment and captured the OEM's identification plate and serial number. (Information located within the revised Market Research report.) The customer elected to maintain its existing Hanel vertical carousel by performing simple preventative maintenance and by contracting a Hanel channel partner via GPC to service the system as needed.

The justifications for soliciting for the Hanel brand name are below:

1) Government personnel have the knowledge for maintaining this system. Purchasing an identical vertical carousel simplifies the preventative maintenance plan and repairs for the equipment owned by the tool crib.

2) A Hanel storage system allows for software compatibility and interchangeable parts. Software is an issue for licensed contractors who must run software diagnostics for the systems.

3) It is more likely for the Government to successfully award to a single vendor who can service the Hanel storage systems than it is to award to a vendor who can service a Hanel storage system and a system from another OEM. The 76 MXSG wants to ensure it can place the storage systems on a single preventative maintenance services contract if the need should occur.

4) The Government personnel possess the experience and training for the Hanel storage system. Hours for training are not required, and the Hanel storage system may be used immediately with no lost production.

5) The tool crib has an investment in storage accessories for the multi-functional carriers.

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

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Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

The program office searched the Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) and System for Award Management (SAM.gov) looking for vendors who could supply the Hanel Rotomat Storage System. In addition to the small business OEM Hanel Storage Solutions, L.P., there are several identified Hanel channel partners who may submit priced quotes in response to the solicitation's expressed requirement. The Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) Small Business Office (SBO) advised soliciting the requirement as a small business set aside to maintain competition amongst small businesses.

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

Tinker AFB, including 76 MXSG, has purchased high density storage systems (vertical carousels, vertical lifts, and stackers) produced by several manufacturers. Other organizations and tool cribs within the complex are not precluded from procuring other brands of high density storage.

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

06-Oct-2021

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Erin E Hampton, GS-12

Signature of Contracting Officer HAMPTON.ERIN.E. Digitally signed by

HAMPTON.ERIN.E.

Date: 2021.10.06 16:00:05 -05'00'