Attachment 2 - Sole Source Justification.pdf

This is a Sole Source (Including Brand Name) Justification document for the 21st Contracting Squadron at Peterson Space Force Base, seeking to procure HPE DL380 and Allerra Virtual Desktop Infrastructure hardware and storage equipment. The requirement is a follow-on purchase to replace end-of-life hardware for a network supporting the National Reconnaissance Organization (NRO) and Department of Defense, with an estimated contract value over $250,000. Two Sources Sought notices were posted on SAM.gov and GSA 2GIT from July 14-22, which received 12 responses, with market research indicating at least two small businesses could potentially provide the required items competitively.

The procurement is being processed as an individual justification under DFAFARS 5313.501, with specific requirements to replace host and storage network components within 45-60 days of award. The contracting approach involves soliciting via the Government Point of Entry, with market research conducted to identify qualified small businesses and vendors. Only one product on the NRO Approved Products List (APL) meets the requirement, and the non-manufacturer rule applies since the contract is over $250,000. The NAICS code 334111 is on the Small Business Administration Waiver List, allowing potential small business set-asides. The procurement follows stringent organizational guidelines for information equipment acquisition, with approval processes involving the NRO and Security Chain Risk Management.