SSJ - Midsize Digital Console - REDACTED.pdf
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- FA706026Q0035
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This is a Single Source Justification document for a Brand Name Only procurement below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).
The contracting activity is the 11th Contracting Squadron, procuring a USAF Band Mid Size Console replacement package consisting of a DiGiCo Quantum 326 Digital Mixing Console. The required equipment specifications include 96kHz operation, FPGA-based processing platform, minimum 128 input channels, Mustard and Nodal Processing capabilities, redundant power supplies, compatibility with existing DiGiCo stage racks and infrastructure, all required software licenses, and new equipment only (no refurbished units). The estimated contract cost is listed as $0.00. The procurement is not a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan.
The justification for single source procurement centers on technical compatibility and mission continuity. Market research identified that while other manufacturers produce comparable digital mixing consoles and real-time processing systems, none provide seamless compatibility with the existing DiGiCo infrastructure currently deployed within the United States Air Force Band. Transitioning to an alternative manufacturer would require replacement of existing stage racks and networking infrastructure, extensive personnel retraining, conversion or recreation of legacy show files, and would introduce increased operational risk during high-visibility national performances. The contracting officer, Joseph Trevino, determined on August 25, 2026, that only a single source is reasonably available under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). The document commits to researching new market options for similar future purchases to preclude future single source awards.
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Use of a Single Source Below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT)
SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE
4 Jan 2021 SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE Page 1 of 2
1. DiGiCo Quantum 326 Digital Mixing Console
• 96kHz operation
• FPGA-based processing platform
• Minimum 128 input channels
• Mustard and Nodal Processing
• Redundant power supplies
• Compatibility with existing DiGiCo stage racks and infrastructure
• All required software licenses
• New equipment only (no refurbished units) he DiGiCo Quantum 326 is required to maintain compatibility with existing DiGiCo infrastructure currently deployed within the United States Air Force Band. Transitioning to an alternative manufacturer would require:
• Replacement of existing stage racks and networking infrastructure
• Extensive retraining of personnel
• Conversion or recreation of legacy show files
• Increased operational risk during high-visibility national performances
Procuring alternate brands would introduce compatibility risks, workflow disruption, and additional costs exceeding the value of open competition in this instance.
Accordingly, this procurement is justified as Brand Name Only to ensure mission continuity, technical compatibility, and operational reliability.
Market research was conducted to identify comparable digital mixing consoles and real-time processing systems. While other manufacturers produce digital consoles and plugin processing servers, none provide seamless compatibility with the existing DiGiCo infrastructure and operational workflow currently employed by the United States Air Force Band.
Transitioning to an alternate system would require significant infrastructure replacement, retraining, and potential mission degradation.
This requirement will be posted in accordance with applicable acquisition regulations to ensure transparency.
Use of a Single Source Below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT)
SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE
4 Jan 2021 SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE Page 2 of 2
However, due to compatibility and mission requirements, this procurement is limited to the identified brand name products.
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