Brand Name Justification - Redacted.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) document for a brand name procurement submitted by the 81st Contracting Squadron on behalf of the Spectrum Analyzer project (Purchase Request F2FT056198A001).

The 391st Intelligence Operations Squadron requires three Rohde and Schwarz Spectrum Analyzers to support continuity of training and operational requirements. The justification cites that the organization currently owns 11 Rohde and Schwarz spectrum analyzers and directional antennas, and procuring alternative brands would necessitate replacement of additional equipment and redundant training, resulting in significant additional costs. The contracting officer determined that only a single source is reasonably available under FAR 12.202(b)(iii). The document notes that 31 small businesses are capable of meeting the government's requirements; however, the justification explains that failure to procure these analyzers would significantly impact Detachment 2's ability to support ACC's Air Force XCOMM units training requirements and degrade mission capability. To preclude future single source awards, the document indicates that if replacement becomes necessary, alternative brands could be solicited. Contracting Officer Kimberly L. Alvarez signed and digitally approved the justification on July 23, 2026.