Brand Name Justification_Redacted.pdf

This is a Brand Name/Sole Source Justification form completed by the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Corona Division for the procurement of one CFR Laser System (Part #CFR171401B1-1) manufactured by Lumibird. The justification is based on FAR 13.106-1(b)(ii) for a particular brand-name item. The contracting officer certifies that the procurement is accurate and in the Government's best interest, with a digital signature dated March 9, 2026.

The core rationale for sole-source procurement centers on technical compatibility and operational requirements specific to existing Navy systems. The Lumibird laser head is required by NSWC Corona Division to ensure exact compatibility with existing laser transmitter support standards used in Navy calibration laboratories. The component must integrate precisely with OEM unit control software and associated calibration and operational systems. The justification specifically notes that alternative components would require extensive testing (minimum nine months delay and additional project costs) and verification for proper fit and functional performance within the existing system. Selecting an alternative brand would create unacceptable delays in fulfilling the agency's requirements and substantial cost duplication, with potential fund expiration and fleet support gaps if the alternative fails to meet requirements. The document indicates no plans exist to compete future contracts for this type of supply, though the Corona Division will reassess competition feasibility if other potential sources emerge.