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taking the steps to research the possibilities of providing the data to potential offerors to allow for competition. The data is classified and is only provided on a need to know basis, therefore the market research will have be done on a classified basis. If any additional capable sources are identified, this effort will be competed to the maximum extent practicable. Another possibility is to identify an additional of funding to establish a secondary location to serve as a back-up facility to enable downtime for the existing facility, at which time, the equipment could be removed from the contractor’s facility. However, due to the current financial constraints, this is not a feasible option.

VIII. CONTRACTING OFFICER’S CERTIFICATION THAT THE JUSTIFICATION IS COMPLETE

AND ACCURATE.

The Contracting Officer’s signature on the front page of this document provides evidence that he certifies that the justification is accurate and complete to the best of his knowledge and belief.

IX. CERTIFICATION OF TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS PERSONNEL THAT SUPPORTING DATA

IS ACCURATE AND COMPLETE

As evidenced by his signature on the front page, the Program Manager certifies that any supporting data contained herein, which is his responsibility, is both accurate and complete.

X. DETERMINATION BY THE APPROVING OFFICIAL THAT ONE OF THE CIRCUMSTANCES IN

FAR 16.505(B)(2)(I) APPLIES TO THE ORDER

As evidenced by my signature on the second page, I hereby determine that the fair opportunity exception applies.

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