25q28 SSJA_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) for the procurement of Automated Polarization Rotators and Tomography Equipment by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/RIKO). The government intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Oz Optics Limited to fulfill a requirement for specialized equipment used in fiber-optic quantum network research. The estimated contract value is redacted, but the document indicates that RITU previously purchased Oz Optics branded automated polarization equipment in 2024, which is currently in use in their fiber-optic quantum network testing.

The justification for single-source procurement is based on the unique capabilities of Oz Optics, with researchers having already invested approximately 160 personnel hours developing custom software to integrate the existing equipment. Attempts to find alternative suppliers through a Notice of Proposed Contract Action (NOCA) posted between 10-25 February 2025 yielded no alternative authorized resellers. The government will continue to monitor the market for potential future competition and evaluate other products' capabilities to support similar projects. The contracting officer has determined, in accordance with FAR guidelines, that a single source is reasonably available for this specific procurement.