FINAL I.A.02 Limited Competition Justification FMS13 Rotary Lift_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification Review Document for the National Guard Bureau, seeking to procure Rotary Lifts and Accessories under ISO FMS 13. The procurement is for a FLEXMAX Portable 2 Column Lift with Remote Control Operation, with a 37,600 lb capacity, specifically for a Ford and Aft Engagement Kit. The acquisition is being pursued as a brand name request using FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for solicitation from a single source, with Service Group LLC identified as the interested source. The estimated price is redacted, and the contract will be a firm fixed price under O&M Army funding. The document indicates that this standardization ensures all shops have consistent lift equipment, allowing for interchangeable parts, trained maintenance personnel, and improved readiness ratings for the SCARNG (South Carolina National Guard) motor pool.

The document demonstrates market research was conducted in FY23 and FY24, with no small businesses able to support the requirement. The procurement is for a new contract with an anticipated award date of August 20, 2024. The contracting activity is USFPO-SC W912QG, and the technical point of contact is from the FMS13 Shop. The justification highlights the need for standardized equipment across National Guard motor pools, emphasizing operational efficiency, maintenance consistency, and the ability to rapidly respond to local and national missions.