Orator_Plus_Civetta_Cameras_JOFOC2015.docx

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATFE) Justification and Approval for Other than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC)

1. Contracting Activity:

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Office of Management Logistics and Acquisition Division (LAD) Acquisitions Branch 99 New York Avenue NE, 3.S-125 Washington, DC 20226 Wendy Miller, (202) 648-9134 Wendy.Miller@atf.gov

Requesting Office:

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Fire Investigation and Arson Enforcement Division (FIAED) Fire and Arson Investigation Branch (FAIB) 3750 Corporal Road Redstone Arsenal Huntsville, AL 35898 POC: Chris Porreca, (202) 437-2592 Phone/Email: Christopher.Porreca@atf.gov Carla Cox, (540) 623-3324 Carla.Cox@atf.gov

2. Nature/Description of Action being approved, i.e., sole source, limited competition, establishment of a new source, etc:

This Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) authorizes and approves the issuance of a sole source justification, firm-fixed-price purchase order for three (3) Orator Plus HDR Spherical Imaging Module Cameras for the National Response Team (NRT).

3. Description of Supplies/Services and estimated value, including options:

The Fire and Arson Investigation Branch (FAIB) of the Fire Investigation and Arson Enforcement Division (FIAED) has a requirement to purchase three (3) HDR Spherical Imaging Module (HDR-SIM) highly forensic specialized cameras used exclusively for Emergency Callouts (Fire Scenes)/blast and arson investigations.

In 2011, purchased Orator Plus, Inc., a multimedia Software specifically for crime scenes. Orator Plus is a sole source provider and author for the collection of equipment software. In 2013 and 2014, ATF purchased additional Orator camera equipment, software and training from Orator Plus, Inc. Costs for three forensic ultra high cameras are $108,750.00.

Proposed Contractor:

Orator Plus 9825 Blue Larkspur Lane, Suite 100 Monterey, CA 93940 Phone: (831) 655-5527 Fax: (831) 655-5529 POC: Kelly Lesch, klesch@oratorplus.com POC: Thomas N. Tackel, 831-242-2000, x 31675; Thomas.tackel@rabobank.com

4. Statutory Authority Cited and Reason for this Authority:

Please select one:

5. Demonstration of Contractor’s Unique Qualifications or Nature of the Acquisition that Requires use of Authority Cited:

The Ultra High Forensic cameras will be used for emergency fire scenes/blast and arson investigations and is the only camera on the market today which will meet ATF’s requirements. These cameras are able to zoom in and pinpoint with accurate speed within seconds (under 1 minute) of an emergency fire under/crime scene. The camera shoots bracketed and absolute imagery (five (5) photos) at six (6) positions to total 30 images that are automatically processed for a single ultra high imagery. These photos are then plugged into a laptop and transfers the images which it clears the camera system with no user input. All photo images are processed into software for the final output and included into an Orator Plus Project for the NRT. The cameras also has the ability to create several outputs based on the NRT task fire scene. It is a high resolution tone mapped image with an ultra high resolution. EXR image which shows real time lighting changes within the image. In addition too, it measures a point cloud which is created with a series of images that shows the location in 3D. All of the data that is created are integrated into the Orator Plus software to give a final report for the NRT for a crime scene, blast and arson investigations.

6. Description of efforts made to ensure that offers were solicited from as many potential sources as practicable. Include whether or not a FBO announcement will be issued and attached a draft of the FBO notice. Include any exception under FAR 5.202, when not synopzing. Identify if any/similar requirements are anticipated in the future.

Orator Plus is the creator/author of this equipment. This is a proprietary property and does not have any authorize re-sellers. The purchase of additional equipment, will provide access for additional agents for fire and explosives scene investigations. These agents will, in turn, increase the trained resources that FIAED will have available for use in support of their mission. The JOFOC will be issued via FBO within 30 days.

7. Determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated Dollar Value, including options demonstrates of fair and reasonable cost. Use information such as commercial pricelists or prior acquisition history.

In accordance with FAR 13.106-3 (a)(ii) Comparison of the proposed price with prices found reasonable on previous purchases for the same and/or similar services. Previous purchases of similar equipment are listed below.

8. Market Research:

Market research was performed however, due to the emergency fires, the NRT requires reliable forensic cameras to accurately capture the nature of arsons and blasts investigations. The results of market research was found that the Orator Plus is the absolute company for emergency callouts and currently, there are no alternative software, training and equipment that is similar to these camera equipment.

9. Additional Supporting Facts:

a) Explanation of why technical data packages, specifications, engineering descriptions, statements of work or purchase descriptions suitable for full and open competition have not been developed or are not available:

N/A

b) If FAR 6.302-1 is cited for follow-on, state the estimate of cost to the Government that would be duplicated and how the estimate was derived. In addition, state the data, estimated cost, or other rationale as to the extent and nature of the harm to the Government.

N/A

c) If FAR 6.302-2 is cited, estimated cost or other rationale as to the extent and nature of harm to the Government.

N/A

10. Listing of Sources that expressed a written interest in this acquisition:

Orator Plus 9825 Blue Larkspur Lane, Suite 100 Monterey, CA 93940 Phone: (831) 655-5527 Fax: (831) 655-5529 POC: Kelly Lesch, klesch@oratorplus.com POC: Thomas N. Tackel, 831-242-2000, x 31675; Thomas.tackel@rabobank.com

11. Actions Taken to Remove or Overcome any Barriers to Competition:

The Bureau makes every effort to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services required. The Acquisitions Branch will continue to utilize bidding websites as well as other competitive procedures to promote competition to the maximum extent practicable.

The Requesting Office will continue to research the marketplace and communicate with other agencies to determine if similar products and /or services can meet its needs in the future to remedy the restricted competition on future requirements of this technical nature.

Certifications:

TECHNICAL AND REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION:

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance which are included in this justification are complete and accurate.

_____________________________________________________________________________ for Chris Porreca, Date

I certify that the justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Wendy Miller, Contracting Officer Date