Intent of SS for ESCHAT -SEFO.pdf

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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

JUSTIFICATION FOR LIMITED

COMPETITION/SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL FOR

ACQUISITIONS UNDER THE SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD

In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation 13.106-1(b)(1). I hereby determine that the

ESCHAT accessories listed on SHOP-PR-24-003347 is available from only one source, and competition is precluded as there are no substitutes available.

1. This acquisition is restricted to the following sole source:

Company: Silynx Communications

Company Address: PO Box 16063 Irvine, CA 92623-6583

Company Point of Contact and Phone Number: Theresa Nguyen 571-368-4423

2. The ESCHAT accessories is estimated to cost $16,792.25 and is requested to be performed by 8/23/2024.

The ESCHAT accessories quote we got from Silynx is set to expire on 09/30/24.

3. Specific characteristics of the ESCHAT Accessories that limit the availability to a sole source are registered to work with ESCHAT App devices . I did research other businesses to identify a similar product and were not able to identify another business/product that offers the same combination of capabilities as the one selected. Specifically, I didn’t identify another product with the adaptability and versatility offered by the Silynx system. This system will allow users to interface with both our FBI issued radios and ESCHAT at the same time, while providing in-ear communication that both reduces our noise footprint in a tactical environment and provides impulse protection for the user’s hearing. After reviewing options available in the market place, I am not aware of another product offering the same functionality at what Silynx offers.

4. Check and fill in all that are applicable for an Open Market Buy:

The material or service must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit, and function) with existing systems presently installed. The current equipment is FBI radios and ESCHAT devices and the new item/service must coordinate, connect, or interface with the existing system by connecting and offering the same versatility with interfacing with both the FBI radios and ESCHAT devices.

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A patent, copyright, proprietary data, or licensing agreement limits competition. The proprietary data are described as follows:

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These are "direct replacement" parts/components for existing equipment.

Other information to support a brand name only buy:

5. A determination by the ordering activity Contracting Officer that the order represents the best value consistent with FAR 8.404(d).

The contracting officer will determine, after considering the level of effort and the mix of skills available for the tasks needed, that the proposed order or BPA represents a reasonable total price and will be the best value for the FBI.

6. A description of the market research conducted among schedule holders, and the results of the research. A statement must be made that the supplies and services are available from the FSS.

Not Applicable

7. Any other facts supporting the limited source justification.

Not Applicable

8. A statement of the actions, if any, the agency will take to remove or overcome any barriers that led to restricted consideration before any subsequent acquisition for supplies and services is made.

The Government will continue to research the market to obtain as many available sources as required in accordance with the FAR to ensure that there are other vendors out there that can satisfy this requirement. In addition, the customer will do due diligence in ensuring that barriers to competition are avoided to ensure we obtain the best value for the government.

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CERTIFICATION

Requestor:

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this justification and which form a basis for this justification, are complete and accurate.

Christopher Tourjie

07/24/2024

Signature Date

Contracting Officer:

I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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Unit Chief/Team Supervisor (Required if amount exceeds $750,000):

I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.