Determination and Findings_for Single Source or Brand Name_Redacted_Posted with Solicitation_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Determination & Findings (D&F) for a sole source procurement action justifying the award to a single vendor under federal acquisition regulations.

The Air Force Space Command (AFSC) and PZIMA contracting activity seeks to procure one Magnaflux SF-1515 Demagnetizer for the Commodities Maintenance Group (CMXG) at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. The procurement is justified under RFO 13.101(b) for noncommercial products and services, citing that only one source is reasonably available. The specific justification focuses on the Dowty Propellers Shop's specialized magnetic particle inspection program that requires adherence to SAE and ASTM standards, with the Magnaflux SF-1515 pre-certified to meet these specifications. Alternative brands would require formal engineering evaluation and written approval from an NDT Level 3 Technician, introducing a critical three to four-month schedule delay to the C-130J aircraft overhaul pipeline. Additionally, the SF-1515's compact footprint (34" L x 33" W) is the only configuration physically compatible with the existing shop layout, and standardization across Dowty's multiple NDT sites ensures process consistency and safety. The facility's existing maintenance, calibration, and verification cycles align with current contracts, eliminating additional calibration standards, while on-site personnel are already certified on Magnaflux operation. The Contracting Officer, Taylor Walker, approved this determination on 2 November 2026.