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This is a U.S. Coast Guard Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) under FAR 13.106-1(b).

The Coast Guard is procuring a new Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system to replace a current failing system. The justification invokes the "Only One Source Reasonably Available" exception under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) and supports a brand name justification citing FAR 5.102(a)(6), FAR 11.105, and FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). The suggested source is Eaton Corporation, dReps, Inc., located at 185 Lombardy Lane, Orinda, CA 94563, with contact information jard@eRepsrpinc.com and phone (925) 946-5360. The total estimated value, including options, exceeds the micro-purchase threshold but does not exceed $1 million.

The rationale emphasizes that Eaton Corporation is the only viable source capable of providing the required replacement system compatible with the Coast Guard's existing USCG MFIC PAC infrastructure, including power and equipment capability, software configurations, certifications, and support. The justification notes that no other source can meet the needed supplies and equipment within the required timeframe without causing unacceptable operational delays and mission capability loss. Approval on a sole-source basis is necessary to avoid system failure and catastrophic mission loss, with the installed system unable to sustain replacement operations until the new system is operational.