Brand Name Justification Redacted.pdf

2 | 4 between the initial order and the follow-on is logical (e.g., in terms of scope, period of performance, or value).]

FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(D) It is necessary to place an order to satisfy a minimum guarantee.

3. Rationale Justifying Use of Cited Regulatory Authority.

a.) The Items Described in Paragraph 1 Must Be Compatible In All Aspects (Form, Fit And Function) With Existing Systems Presently Installed.

b.) A Patent, Copyright, or Proprietary Data Limits Competition.

c.) The Items Described in Paragraph 1 are “Direct Replacements” Parts/Components for Existing Equipment.

d.) Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Supported By A Case Letter.

e.) Unusual and Compelling Urgency.

f.) Other: If required, discuss any other rationale that supports the use of a brand name/sole source for this effort.

4. Implication of Procuring another Brand/Manufacturer.

a.) Unacceptable Delays in Fulfilling the Agency’s Requirements.

b.) Substantial Duplication Of Cost To The Government That Is Not Expected To Be Recovered Through Competition.

The Starrett SC88AA Gauge Block Set is already in the NAVAIR METCAL inventory and needs replenishment to replace older gauge block sets that have lost functionality. Only the Starrett brand will be a direct replacement and any other brand would not meet NAVAIRs requirements.

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I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that completing this purchase as a brand name/sole source is in the best interest of the government.

CONTRACTING OFFICER:

732 323 – 7568 Jan 2022 Name, Title, Code Phone No. Date

NGUYEN-TU.THUY-

TIEN.N.156146802

Digitally signed by

NGUYEN-TU.THUY-

TIEN.N.1561468024

Date: 2022.02.01 14:34:58 -08'00'