RTS Intercom Brand Name Letter.docx

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

2D COMBAT CAMERA SQUADRON (AFPAA)

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, UTAH

24 June 2011

MEMORANDUM FOR OO-ALC/PKOA

FROM: 2 CTCS/AOL

SUBJECT: Request for Brand Name Justification for PR: F2DTAL2173A001

1. Description of Requirement: Procurement to upgrade and add capability to an existing RTS intercom system.

2. Use of Specific Brand / Mission Impact: The intercom system will allow reutilization of headsets, cables, connectors, base stations, and wireless intercom system valued at $10K while adding several features. The key feature is to provide private communications for production crews during live broadcast events.Current system has two party line channels that lack the flexibility offered with this system upgrad that will provide up to 32 private and/or party channels. This feature eliminates missed calls when working directly with crew members concerning event issues and program details.

3. Proposed Brand: RTS

4. Attempts to Obtain Competition: No other attempts were made for other hardware providers due to the expense to the Air Force to replace all existing equipment and accessories.

5. Statement: Due to the circumstances specified above, the RTS product seems to be the legitimate choice of known brands capable of satisfying this need.

Contracting Officer’s Signature Printed Name:

Date:

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