Brand Name Justification_Redacted F.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) document for a federal contract action.

The contracting activity is PZIBA for the NI Data Acquisition System (DAQ) project, with Purchase Request/Identification Number FE230032540428. AFFT/ENY is acquiring two new NI Data Acquisition Units to upgrade existing aging equipment currently being used to capture data and control two supersonic wind tunnels. The systems are being transitioned from subsonic to hypersonic conditions, requiring updated NI DAQ capabilities with greater engineering hours. The procurement includes specific National Instruments hardware components: PXIe-1088 9-Slot 3U PXI Express Chassis, PXIE-6509 96-Channel digital I/O module, PXIe-8862 controller with removable drive and Windows 11 IOT LTSC, two NI PXIe-6361 X Series DAQ units, two PXIe-4331 8-Channel Bridge Analog Input modules, PXIe-4353 32-Channel Thermocouple Input modules, NI TB-4353 Isothermal Terminal Block, SCB-100A noise-rejecting connector block, Type SH100-100-Flex cables, and three years of warranty on all parts. The single source justification cites prior investment in NI LabView software integration and significant delays that would result from adapting competitor equipment. The contracting officer determined on 26-March-2026 that only a single source is reasonably available under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). Section D indicates market research was conducted reviewing internet sources, small businesses, AFRL, and GSA Advantage for alternative vendors.