Drager Alcotest sole source.pdf

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

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Section A: General Contract Information

Is this a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan? Yes No

Contracting Activity: 87 CONS

Project/Program Name: Alcohol Measuring Device

Purchase Request / Local ID Number: F3A3CE4052A001

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options): $45,645.00

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

The 87th Security Forces Squadron (87 SFS) has a requirement for Dräger Aloctest® 9510, Evidential Alcohol Measuring Device.

The Dräger Alcotest® 9510 is an advanced breath alcohol measuring instrument for evidential applications. It is designed to comply with national and international requirements and regulations. The required item is intended to enhance the 87 SFS capabilities in conducting accurate and reliable breath alcohol analysis.

Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source or Brand Name

The procurement of the Alcotest 7110 MKIII-C and 9510 Evidential Breath Alcohol Testing Devices must be exclusively from Draeger, Inc., as they are the sole manufacturer and supplier of these devices along with all consumables, spare parts, and database management systems. This exclusivity is crucial because these devices are the only ones that meet the New Jersey Administrative Code (N.J.A.C.13:51–3.5), which mandates specific requirements for breath alcohol testing devices used within the state. No other vendors are authorized to supply the evidential breath alcohol product line that conforms to these strict regulations. The direct management of product development, sales, and service from Draeger’s office in Houston further supports the necessity of sole-source procurement. For additional verification regarding the sole supplier status and compliance specifics, Brian Shaffer, Lead Product Manager at Draeger, is available at (970) 316-1261 or brian.shaffer@draeger.com. The use of any alternative devices not conforming to these specific standards could jeopardize legal processes and public safety, reinforcing the need for this sole-source justification.

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

Prior to determining Draeger, Inc. as the sole source provider, extensive market research was conducted to ensure no other vendors could meet the New Jersey Administrative Code's specifications for evidential breath alcohol testing devices. This research included searches through government procurement databases such as GSA Advantage and SAM.gov, as well as consultations with industry experts and reviews of industry publications. Additionally, direct inquiries were made to potential suppliers to assess their capabilities to comply with the stringent requirements set by state regulations. Despite these efforts, it was concluded that only Draeger, Inc. could provide devices that fully conform to the legal and technical standards required for New Jersey, substantiating the sole-source procurement decision.

Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards

Any future requirements will result in new market research. Technology and equipment are constantly evolving so new market research will need to be conducted which will ensure the Air Force gets the product that meets its requirements.

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Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination

I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

Date

02-May-2024

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Adriana A. Dunaway, NH03

Signature of Contracting Officer

April 2021 Page of Section A: General Contract Information Is this a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan?

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source or Brand Name Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

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