Brand Name Justification_Redacted.pdf
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- N0016723Q0257
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This document is a brand name justification memorandum for the procurement of an Alpha Data FPGA XMC module upgrade from Alpha Data, Inc. as a sole source acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. The existing FPGA module in use requires an upgrade to support future work requirements. The justification cites restrictive rights and proprietary data as reasons for the sole source procurement, as the FPGA was designed and manufactured by Alpha Data, who is also the authorized reseller and distributor. Technical and contracting officer certifications are included to approve the sole source solicitation under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c). The related federal contract opportunity is a solicitation from the Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command for the Alpha Data FPGA XMC modules as the required upgrade.
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NSWCCD Sole Source/Brand Name Justification Under SAT Rev 3 Template Effective February 2023
MEMORANDUM FOR FILE
TO: Code 02 SUBJECT: Brand Name Justification for Use of Other than Full & Open Competition for an Acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT)
I. BACKGROUND
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. This memorandum is derived from Enclosure 3, Department of Navy Simplified Acquisition Procedures Guide (April 2018) and is only applicable to acquisitions under the SAT.
II. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM OR SERVICE
The subject procurement is for the data processing unit upgrade for the PCMS radar system. There is a need to update the data processing unit due to future work coming down the pipeline. This FPGA is a key component of the radar systems used to conduct measurements in accordance with the sponsor mandate.
Performance will continue to degrade pending this DPU upgrade.
MANUFACTURER: Alpha Data, Inc.
ADDRESS: 10822 West Toller Drive Suite 250, Deer Creek Technology Center, Littleton, CO 80127
PHONE: 303-954-8768
POC: sales@alpha-data.com
III. BASIS FOR DETERMINATION FOR USE OF OTHER THAN FULL & OPEN COMPETITION
A. BRAND NAME:
Item required must be a brand name product, or feature of a product, particular to one manufacturer.
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).
3. Other Reasons: The existing FPGA was designed and manufactured by Alpha Data who has authorized resellers/distributors. The unit proposed for upgrades specifically meets the requirements to serve as a direct replacement and spares of the current FPGA in use at one of the Fixed Site locations.
NSWCCD Sole Source/Brand Name Justification Under SAT Rev 3 Template Effective February 2023
B. SOLE 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. Other Reasons:
C. LIMITED SOURCE (FAR 8.405-6):
Item required must be a brand name product, or feature of a product, particular to one manufacturer.
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).
3. Other Reasons:
IV. CERTIFICATIONS & APPROVALS
A. Technical/Requirements Certification: I certify that the facts and representation under my cognizance, which are included in this justification, are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Customer/Requestor Signature Name / Title / Phone Date
First Line Supervisor Signature Name / Title / Phone Date
B. Certification/Approval per FAR 13.501: Upon the basis of the above justification, I hereby approve the solicitation of the proposed procurement(s) described herein using other than full and open competition, pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c).
Contracting Officer Signature Name / Title / Phone Date
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