Brand name Justification_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity or Use Brand-Name Restriction, a federal contracting form used to document approval for single-source procurements or brand-name restrictions.

The 97th Contracting Flight at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma is seeking to procure a TOVEY 150 Ton Load Cell System, a load cell system capable of testing up to 300 pounds and compatible with the COLUMBUS JACK Model 1074-8000 Universal Tester. The 97th Maintenance Squadron (MXS) requires this specific load cell system for aircraft jack testing operations to maintain testing capability while the original unit undergoes calibration. The load cell system must be sent off and calibrated once per year, with a return time of 30 days or longer, necessitating a backup system. The justification identifies TOVEY as the sole source supplier, as it is the only vendor producing a load cell system compatible with the existing tester, and the load cell system is a component of the existing machine rather than a standalone machine. The Contracting Officer has determined the anticipated cost is fair and reasonable based on substantial market research and previous purchase history. No actions are identified to decrease future reliance on brand-name items. The determination reflects an Individual contract action classified as Other Contracting (non-PEO program). The document was dated 18 March 2026, with supporting certifications from both the Program Manager and Contracting Officer confirming accuracy and completeness of the justification.