Brand Name Justification Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Brand Name document (Document Number 1301389216) for a simplified acquisition under $25,000 submitted by the US Naval Academy Musical Activities Arts & Production Assistant to NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center, Norfolk Contracting Department, dated 15 July 2026.

The acquisition is restricted to specific branded audio and sound reinforcement equipment required for integration into existing infrastructure at the Naval Academy. Three manufacturers are identified as sole sources: JBL, Allen & Heath, and Shure, Inc. JBL equipment includes speakers (AC26 Ultra Compact 2-way, AC16 Ultra Compact 2-way, CBT 70J column speaker, COL 600 WH column speaker, Intellivox DSX 430 line array) and mounting accessories totaling approximately 16 line items. Shure products consist of wireless microphones (ULXD1 and ULXD2/B87C models), wireless receivers (ANX4 24 Channel), lavaliers, batteries, and docking chargers totaling 9 line items. Allen & Heath equipment includes an AHM 64 audio matrix processor, Dante interface, stage box, and rack mount kit totaling 4 items. All supplies must be delivered within 90 days of contract award. The justification emphasizes that the specified equipment is essential for ensuring compatibility with the existing sound system, maintaining uniform performance, and preventing system failure, noting that only authorized vendors can provide manufacturer authenticity. The contracting officer determined that the circumstances deem only one source reasonably available and approved the sole source acquisition.