singlesourcejustification for Ordnance Deformer.pdf

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

Section A: General Contract Information

Contracting Activity: 633 CONS Purchase Request/ Identification Number:

F2Q3654123AW02

Project/Program Name: Purchase, Setup, Training for an Expended Ordinance Deformer.

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options):

$159,168.00

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required Ordnance Deformer, Mobile Unit: A mobile unit designed to process spent cartridges up to and including 20mm in size.

Equipment Setup Assistance: Assistance with setting up the ordnance deformer mobile unit upon delivery to the designated location. This includes ensuring proper installation and configuration of the equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.

Technician to Perform Setup and Training: Deployment of a qualified technician from Bouldin Corp & Bouldin Lawson to perform the setup of the ordnance deformer mobile unit and provide training on its operation and maintenance. The technician will ensure that personnel at the site are proficient in using the equipment safely and effectively.

Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source

IAW DoDM 4160.21 "Defense Materiel Disposition: Disposal Guidance and Procedures" and DoDI 4160.28 "DoD Demilitarization Program" and to ensure proper demilitarization expended small arms cartridge cases, the equipment must me special criteria. Bouldin Corp & Bouldin Lawson holds exclusive patents (5558281 and 5772134) for model #18852, which is specialized demilitarization equipment tailored for small arms. Despite thorough searches on GSA Advantage and the Internet, no other vendors were found offering comparable demilitarization equipment suitable for small arms. Soliciting from a single source, specifically Bouldin Corp & Bouldin Lawson, is justified based on the uniqueness of their product offering, their specialized expertise, the lack of comparable alternatives, the need for efficiency and expedience, risk mitigation considerations, and a comprehensive evaluation of cost-effectiveness

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

Extensive market research was conducted, including searches on reputable platforms such as GSA Advantage and thorough exploration of options available on the Internet. These efforts were aimed at identifying potential vendors offering demilitarization equipment suitable for small arms. Additionally, a Sources Sought was posted on SAM for a week, which resulted in a response from one vendor who failed to provide requested information (description of proposed mobile expended ordnance deformer, including specs and capabilities, pricing information, and past performance) when contacted via email.

Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source Awards

Conduct ongoing market research to identify new vendors, emerging technologies, and innovative solutions relevant to your organization's procurement requirements. Stay informed about industry trends and developments that may impact future procurement decisions.

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

30-May-2024

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Corey L. Powell

Signature of Contracting Officer

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) Page of Section A: General Contract Information Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source 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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