FA462524Q1139 brand_name_justification CO Signed.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: 509 CONS/PKB

Project/Program Name: 442nd OG Mulcher

Purchase Request / Local ID Number: FA462524Q1139

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options): $42,842.00

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

One (1) Fecon BH074SS3 Mulching Head with Trap Door -Skid Steer Guard Protective Glass For Bobcat S300

Model: BH74SS for a Bobcat S300 Rotor Type: Fecon Grinding Technology Rotor (FGT) w/ Double Carbide Tools Overall/Working Width: 76/61

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

A brand name justification for a Fecon brush mulcher is needed as they are only model that can meet the safety needs of the 442nd OG. Fecon BH074SS3-FS-1V-RT120 Forestry Mulcher and associated accessories is essential for the safe and reliable operation during down range maintenance applications to include clearing of small and medium standing trees, brush, and downed tree material from natural and man-made occurrences. The mulcher attachment and accessories would allow for safer debris clearance on unstable ground and in dense vegetation where chainsaw operations may compromise safety of range personnel.

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

It is determined the Fecon brush mulcher being the only model that meets the safety standard and specifications needed by the 442nd OG. An RFQ was sent out where a look over of quotes sent from DIAMOND MOWERS, LLC and LOFTNESS SPECIALIZED FARM EQUIPMENT, INC., who were shown to not be able to meet the needs of the 442nd OG. These findings have led to the determination that no other company is capable of providing the required equipment. Brand name justification is requested in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b), Soliciting from a Single Source.

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

This requirement has been thoroughly reviewed to ensure that competition is not unnecessarily restricted. It will be difficult to remove barriers to competition on future acquisitions for this commodity since the Fecon brush mulcher is the only brush mulchers that includes the necessary safety features. A brand name justification will be submitted for this project due to the safety concerns voiced by our mission partners. The Fecon brush mulcher was compared to many other mulches and both technical and industry experts have identified Fecon to be the mulcher of choice due to its safety capabilities.

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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

17-Sep-2024

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Brandan Palma/GS-13

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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