Brand Name Justification Redacted_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification form for a simplified acquisition, focused on procuring Diving Radio Equipment for the Air Force. The contract involves replacing existing underwater communication equipment (OTS MAG-104HS and MILCOM 6000D-2 CH-DIVER UNIT) with a new UBA MK 20 MOD 0/1 water diving communication system from Undersea Systems International. The specific equipment includes various components such as a lithium battery kit, powercom/milcom handheld mic, surface conversion kit, and related accessories.

The justification for single-source procurement stems from mission-critical requirements and equipment age, with the current communication system being 13 years old and no longer supported by the manufacturer. Undersea Systems International is identified as the only authorized manufacturer for military underwater divers' communication equipment. The contracting officer has determined, in accordance with FAR guidelines, that only a single source is reasonably available. The estimated contract cost is redacted, and the planned contract date is 24-Mar-2025, with the contracting activity listed as 1 SOCONS/PKC.