C03 Redacted Brand Name Justification and Approval.pdf

J&A Number: N00167-23-SIMACQ-CD-61-0027 Code: 618

P.R. Number: 1301015507

JUSTIFICATION

FOR USE OF BRAND NAME

JUSTIFICATION

1. Contracting Activity

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD), Contracting & Acquisitions Department (Code 02).

2. Description of the Action Being Approved

This is a Brand Name Justification for the purchase of 13 large format 3D printers and associated support equipment manufactured by 3DP Unlimited, LLC (3DP). A detailed breakdown of all supplies sought with this proposed acquisition are provided in Section 3 of this Justification. The 3D printers and equipment are in support of ongoing U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) programs that provide fleet operation readiness and operational availability, specifically in the Expeditionary Fabrication (XFAB) Program.

This justification document is in accordance with FAR 13.501(a).

The requirement will use the combined synopsis and solicitation procedure set forth in FAR 12.603, and the notice will be posted to the SAM.gov website. The total estimated value is .

The action contemplated with this Justification is a ladder-priced Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a two-year ordering period.

3. Description of Supplies/Services

The NSWCCD�s Additive Manufacturing (AM) Project Office, Code 618, requires the purchase of the quantities of the supplies in the table below. Note, the items and quantities identified in the Minimum Quantity columns of the table are those supplies NSWCCD anticipates with the first order placed against the IDIQ contract. The quantities identified in the Maximum Quantity columns of the table

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER

CARDEROCK DIVISION

9500 MACARTHUR BOULEVARD

WEST BETHESDA MD 20817-5700

are represent the quantity of supplies required by the Government over the course of the IDIQ contract ordering period.

Manufacturer Part # Description Minimum Quantity

Maximum Quantity

3DP

3DP300-2E7C2-

A3300-100

300 Series Workbench

Pro 1 13

3DP

X1000-0456-

1.0ST

HFE 300

1.0mm Nozzle

Steel 12 36

3DP X1000-0196

UV red

Coolant, 700ml

1 13

3DP 6200851 HFE 300

Thermistor

1 13

3DP X1000-0718

Bed Probe Mounting Bracket

1 13

3DP X1000-0173

BL Touch:

Auto Bed Leveling Sensor

1 13

3DP X1000-ASY-400

Gear Box Extruder, HFE 300

6 6

3DP

X1000-ASY-

Filament Sensor Mtg Assy 200-300

10 10

3DP

X1000-ASY-

2.0 Control

Box

LCD/Ethernet 2 2

The Government�s minimum needs have been verified by the certifying technical and requirements personnel.

Original Equipment Manufacturer:

3DP Unlimited LLC 6402 E Rockton Road Roscoe, IL 61073-8812

The total estimated value of the proposed acquisition is $783,180.

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition

10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) �The property or services needed by the agency are available from only one brand and no other type of property or services will satisfy the needs of the agency.� (FAR 13.501(a))

5. Rationale Justifying Use of Cited Statutory Authority

NSWCCD, Code 618, requires the supplies listed in Section 3 of this Justification, in order to support the USMC�s ongoing XFAB Program.

The Government intends to integrate the large format 3D printer systems and equipment into XFAB expandable shelter systems that ultimately are assembled for deployment to Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEFs). The large format 3D printer systems are part of a network of equipment within the XFAB shelter systems, and must fit within the shelter systems.

This specific brand and model of 3D printer replicates the same brand and model of printer used in first article units of the XFAB shelter systems that underwent testing at NSWC Crane Division. Those XFAB systems received testing certification, cybersecurity certification, and fielding approval from the USMC Program Manager Supply & Maintenance Systems, with the use of this specific brand and model of 3D printer. NSWCCD previously purchased this specific brand and model of 3D printer under Purchase Order No. N00167-21-P-0239, and those supplies are currently integrated into the XFAB shelter systems.

Consequently, consideration of a large format 3D printer other than the brand name and model contemplated with this Justification is not feasible as the 3DP 300 Series Workbench Pro 3D Printer is part of the baseline for the XFAB shelter system. This specific brand and model of 3D printer factored into the specifications of each XFAB shelter system, as it pertains to space, weight, and tie downs for each shelter. Should the Government use a different brand and model of large format 3D printer within the XFAB shelter system, the layout of the shelter and the weight would change and negatively impact the standardization and consistency amongst the XFAB shelter systems to be fielded. Market research found that there are no other printers with the required minimum build volume that also meet the maximum overall dimension and weight requirements.

Brand

Requirement 3DP BigRep Minimum Build Volume Maximum Dimensions X Maximum Weight X

6. Description of Efforts Made to Solicit Offers from as Many Offerors as Practicable

NSWCCD intends to issue a combined synopsis/solicitation pursuant to FAR 12.603, and the notice will be posted to the SAM.gov website.

The Government conducted market research through an informal internet search, and identified multiple authorized resellers capable of providing the specific brand and model of large format 3D printer contemplated with this justification.

7. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Costs

In accordance with FAR 13.106-3(a), the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) shall ensure that all supplies provided under the IDIQ contract and subsequent orders are procured at a fair and reasonable price. The PCO shall determine that the anticipated contract represents the best value (as defined in FAR 2.101). Experienced technical analysts and contract specialists will review the quotations received in response to the solicitation. The PCO will use past procurements from the Navy and other Department of Defense (DoD) agencies that have acquired 3DP branded 3D printers, when conducting the price analysis. This information will form the basis for negotiating a fair and reasonable price.

8. Actions to Remove Barriers to Competition

The Government will continue to canvass the manufacturing industry (via symposiums, conferences, RDT&E testing) for advancements in the large format 3D printer market. If the capability of the large format 3D printer technology changes, the Government will reexamine future needs and applications. The Government intends to maintain open communication with the large format 3D printer industry as the needs of the Government evolve with technological advances.

CERTIFICATIONS AND APPROVAL

TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION (FAR 6.303-2(c))

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this justification and its supporting data, except as noted herein, are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

TECHNICAL AND REQUIREMENTS COGNIZANCE:

Upon the basis of the above justification, I hereby approve, as the solicitation of the proposed procurement(s) described herein using other than full and open competition, pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1).