FY25R1221143 356 PureStorage Sole Source Justification.pdf

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This document is an IBWC Form 356 Simplified Acquisitions Sole Source or Brand Name Justification for the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC). The request is for renewing the Pure Storage Evergreen Forever Subscription and onsite support for a Pure FlashArray C50r4 hardware storage system, with a requisition number of FY25R1221143. The justification indicates that this is a sole source procurement based on exclusive licensing agreements and proprietary information, with the primary goals of maintaining data confidentiality, protecting intellectual property, and ensuring consistency in quality and security.

The market research section explains that the agency needs to renew the storage infrastructure subscription to keep the system up-to-date with the latest firmware and software updates. The onsite support is crucial for promptly addressing hardware issues and ensuring business continuity. The document is signed by Antonio Almaguer (CIO) as the requester and Angelica Baca (Contract Specialist) as the contracting officer, with Baca's certification dated August 8, 2025.

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IBWC Form 356 (ACQ) 02/2016

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS SOLE SOURCE OR BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION

Requestor

Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)- Contracting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand name, or industrial mobilization).

Estimated Cost (Base + All Options) Requisition Number

Description of Required Supply(s) or Service(s)

Describe why only one source can perform the required work.

Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements

Unusual and compelling urgency

Authorized or required by statute

Exclusive licensing agreements or proprietary information

Brand Name Only (NOTE: In accordance with FAR 11.105(a)(1), you must identify the particular brand name, product, or feature is essential to the Government's requirements, and market research which indicates other companies' similar products, or products lacking the particular feature, do not meet, or cannot be modified to meet the agency's needs.)

Industrial mobilization; engineering, developmental, or research capability; or expert services

Rationale for the determination above including Brand Name Justification. (Please attach Performance Work State (PWS), Statement of Work (SOW) or specifications and any other supporting documentation.)

Market Research. (Describe the informal market research and the results, or state why a market research was not conducted.)

Requester's Certification. I certify that this information is accurate and complete.

Name Title Signature Date

Contracting Officer's Certification. I have determined that only one source is reasonably available Name Title Signature Date

Page of IBWC Form 356 (ACQ) 02/2016

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS SOLE SOURCE OR BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION

..\My Pictures\seal-Large.JPG Requestor Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)- Contracting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand name, or industrial mobilization).

Estimated Cost (Base + All Options) Requisition Number Description of Required Supply(s) or Service(s) Describe why only one source can perform the required work.

Rationale for the determination above including Brand Name Justification. (Please attach Performance Work State (PWS), Statement of Work (SOW) or specifications and any other supporting documentation.)

Market Research. (Describe the informal market research and the results, or state why a market research was not conducted.)

Requester's Certification. I certify that this information is accurate and complete.

Name Title Signature Date Contracting Officer's Certification. I have determined that only one source is reasonably available Name Title Signature Date

ACQ

Laura Baker Simplified Acquisitions Sole Source or Brand Name Justification 02/08/2016 02/08/2016

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TextField1: Antonio Almaguer
TextField1: FY25R1221143
TextField1: The selection to use only one responsible source for a service but exclusive licensing agreements and proprietary information to maintain confidentiality, protect intellectual property rights, and ensure consistency in quality and security. By entrusting the single one provider, USIBWC can reduce potential risk of data breaches or leaks, efficiently manage sensitive information. This approach can enhance accountability and simplify compliance with legal and contractual requirements associated with data licensing products.
TextField1: The Evergreen Forever Subscription provides continuous updates and support, which are essential for maintaining the efficiency and security of our storage systems. Additionally, the 24/7 onsite support minimizes downtime and addresses hardware issues promptly, ensuring business continuity.
TextField1: The agency needs to renew the Pure Storage Evergreen Forever Subscription and onsite support for the Pure FlashArray C50r4 hardware purchased last year, which is used for raw storage capacity. This renewal is essential to ensure the continued operation and support of our storage infrastructure, keeping it up-to-date with the latest firmware and software updates. Onsite support is crucial for promptly addressing hardware issues, minimizing downtime, and ensuring business continuity.
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