D-and-F Below SAT - Part 12 (signed) (redacted).pdf

This is a Determination & Findings (D&F) document for a single-source procurement authorization by the U.S. Air Force, General Services Administration, 914 MSG/PK contracting activity. The procurement involves the acquisition of a Sentinel Airframe system provided by Western Shelter Systems, LLC, signed by Contracting Officer Matthew Crum on August 4, 2026.

The requirement is for a rapidly deployable shelter system designed for austere training and exercise locations that can withstand extreme environmental conditions while maintaining a climate-controlled, secure interior for IT enterprise equipment operations. The procurement is justified under RFO 12.102(a) (Commercial Products and Services), citing that only one source is available. Western Shelter's Sentinel Airframe system is justified as the sole source based on unique technical features unavailable elsewhere, including an inflatable frame design enabling full setup within 6 minutes—critical for Agile Combat Employment requirements—without requiring additional poles or extensive assembly time. The system utilizes military-grade, fire-resistant materials rated for severe weather conditions including 55 mph sustained winds and significant snow loads suitable for Western New York operations. The shelter incorporates HVAC integration with wrap-around coil guards, sealable vinyl floors, and specialized anchoring equipment to maintain a controlled, contaminant-free environment necessary for IT equipment. Market research confirmed no suitable substitutes meeting these requirements exist. The Contracting Officer determined the single-source action is justified under the applicable regulation, with approval authority granted to the Contracting Officer in accordance with DAF Approval Authorities per the DAF PM 26-C-11 Matrix.