DRAFT Delta 8 10 SOPS Justification and Approval Matrix Switch Redacted.pdf

This is a Department of the Air Force Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI document).

The 50th Contracting Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base is justifying a limited source contract award to Universal Switching Corporation for procurement of Digital Matrix Switch components and spare parts in support of Delta 8/10 SOPS (Satellite Operations) and maintenance of Fleet Satellite Communications (FLTSATCOM), Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Follow-On (UFO), and Multi User Objective System (MUOS) satellite constellations. The procurement includes two S24530BX-661-D2 Digital Matrix Switch units (part number S24530BX-664-D2) and one spare kit (part number SPK-S24530BFX-1). The contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement. Universal Switching Corporation is identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) holding proprietary rights to the Digital Matrix Switch product. The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as statutory authority, establishing that only one responsible source exists and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The rationale emphasizes that purchasing from alternative manufacturers would require prohibitive expenses for software development, hardware interface redesign, and acceptance testing, creating unacceptable mission risk. A sources sought notice will be posted to SAM.gov to confirm no alternative sources with equal salient characteristics are available. The Contracting Officer is responsible for ensuring the anticipated contract cost/price is fair and reasonable per FAR Subpart 15.4.