OTFOC_STS.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

125TH SPECIAL TACTICS SQUADRON (AFSOC)

6801 NE CORN FOOT RD.

PORTLAND IAP, OREGON 97218

8 September 2016

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL

SUBJECT: JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN

COMPETITION – SOLE SOURCE

1. IAW FAR Subpart 13.501, this document constitutes justification and approval for other than full and open competition for the acquisition described herein, under the authority of FAR 6.302-1- Only One Responsible Source.

2. Nature and description of action being approved: United Parachutes Technology/Complete

Parachute Solutions SOV III Parachute System. This is an increase to equipment currently in service.

This is the mission parachute of the 125th STS and this quantity will be placed into service to meet mission training requirements due to the increase in squadron members, ANG courses hosted, as well as meet ANG Natural Disaster response requirements (ie Hurricanes, etc.).

3. Description of supplies or services required to meet the Agency’s needs:

a. The supply/service required is: 20 ea. SOV III Parachute Systems. This parachute system is currently not available through the Supply system. Complete Parachute Solutions (CPS) is the sole military distributor for UPT (United Parachute Technologies).

b. Only the SOV III Parachute System meet the agencies requirements specifically the 8 ring rig system for combat loads and tandem jumping.

4. Identify Sole Source/Name Brand Manufacturer:

Name of Manufacturer: Complete Parachute Solutions POC: Kevin SCHÄFER

Mailing Address: 1320 E International Speedway Blvd DeLand, FL 32724 Telephone Number: (386) 736-3862

5. Identification of statutory authority permitting other than full and open

Competition:

a. FAR 13.501 and 6.302-1 Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

b. Complete Parachute Solutions owns all exclusive Rights and the Propriety Design for the SOV III Parachute System. Complete Parachute Solutions is the sole manufacturer. This is replacement equipment and compatibility is essential for training and mission execution.

c. According to the National Guard Bureau A3 Combat Control Function Manager, only the SOV-III is recognized and is the program of record for the Air National Guard and the only authorized parachute per Special Operations Command standards. Only five units have the military free-fall mission and the 125th STS must have the same system as the four other units for safety, continuity, and interoperability.

TECHNICAL AND REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION

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

CONTRACTING OFFICER SECTION:

6. Efforts to Obtain Competition: An intent to sole source notice was posted on the Federal Business Opportunities Website from 8-23 September 2016. No other entities were interested or capable of providing these parachute systems.

7. Market Research: Market research was conducted was conducted via GSA Advantage and other search engines were used to research this item. No other vender produces this product.

8. A statement of actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for supplies or services are required: For future acquisition advertising opportunities, the ORNG and 125th STS personnel will continue to research the industry to try to determine other cost-effective alternatives and / or sources that can fulfill these requirements.

CONTRACTING OFFICER DETERMINATION

I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. In accordance with FAR 5.202, 6,302-1, and 13.501, it is the contracting officer’s determination that the proposed price for the above requirement is fair and reasonable based on market research, comparison of previous prices, current price list, and comparison with similar items in a related industry. The prices offered are equal or less than that they offer to the general public and favored customers.

Supporting documentation of this price fair and reasonable determination is located in the award file.

M. Nolan Campbell Contracting Officer