A-8_Brand_Name_Letter.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

HEADQUARTERS 141ST AIR REFUELING WING (AMC)

FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE WASHINGTON

9 July 2018

MEMORANDUM FOR 141 MSG/MSC – BASE CONTRACTING OFFICE

FROM: WADS/225SS/CC

SUBJECT: Brand Name Justification for other than Full and Open Competition for Trane Chiller Components.

In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations, Part 6.302, I am requesting your approval for "Justification of other than full and open competition". The following facts and rationale are presented for your consideration in accordance with FAR 6.303-2.

1. Agency and Contracting Activity:

141 ARW - 141 Base Contracting Office.

2. Nature and/or Description of Action:

This letter is for justification of other than full and open competition for the procurement of Trane Chiller components.

3. Description of Product and Estimated Price:

Kit RTAC 460V control panel insert includes all needed components for installation: $4500 3 Fan 3 blades 23 degree pitch Trane: $110*3 = $330 Module dynaview programming required with display cover Trane: $2034

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST: $7000

4. Statutory Authority:

The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition for this acquisition is 10 USC 2304© (5), The agency’s need is for brand-name commercial items.

5. Demonstration of the Proposed Contractors Unique Qualifications:

Unit parts are for Trane chiller, critical to the operations of unit. Replacing proprietary Trane parts will ensure continued operation without additional cost to retro fit or down time due to incompatibilities.

6. Sources Sought/Market Research:

Contacting knowledgeable individuals in Government and industry regarding market capabilities to meet requirements. Reviewing the results of recent market research undertaken to meet similar or identical requirements. Reviewing catalogs and other generally available product literature published by manufacturers, distributors, and dealers or available on-line.

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

PAIGE T. ABBOTT, Colonel, WA ANG Commander

1st Ind, 141 MSG/MSC

MEMORANDUM FOR 141 MSG/MSC

APPROVED: DISAPPROVED: Date: __________

IAW FAR Part 6.301-1, I certify that this Brand Name Justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I hereby determine that this Brand Name request is sufficient to justify other than full and open competition. I consider the anticipated cost of $7000.00 to be fair and reasonable based on past similar requirements.

MATTHEW R RICHARD, MSgt, WA ANG Contracting Officer

X 18 Jul 2018