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BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION

1. Contracting Agency and Activity. The Department of the Interior, United States Geological Survey plans to contract by means other than full and open competition. This document sets forth the justification and approval for award of a Trimble (R12i GNSS system) on a limited source basis as required by FAR 13.106-1.

2. Nature of Action Being Approved. New Firm Fixed Price Order. Trimble (R12i GNSS system).

3. Description of Supplies or Services. The Trimble RI2i Global navigation satellite system provides RTK level precision worldwide without the need for a base station or Virtual Reference Station network.

4. Estimated Dollar Value.

5. Statutory Authority. The proposed action may be awarded on a sole source basis under the authority FAR 13.106-1.

6. Rationale Supporting Use of Citation in No. 5.

The Trimble R12i Global Navigation Satellite System supports accurate measurement data (spatial location/elevation) and the ability of the USGS to capture, process, monitor, report, and distribute scientific data in a timely manner.

The Trimble R12i is required to join with two existing Trimble units for compatibility with Trimble processing software as many existing/historical files are stored in that format. The Center has designed and runs an operations program that relies on interoperability and of its survey equipment that can only be maintained through use of the Trimble products. Other equipment and will cause data collections failures if used. This capability is critical to ensuring the integrity of our data and information in accordance with the Information Quality Act. With an additional Trimble system with upgraded precision, it will allow 2 scientists to collect field data simultaneously without compromising project strategies such as frequency of collection, seasonal timing of data collecting or data accuracy

7. Other Information. n/a

8. The Efforts to Identify Additional Sources Including the Market Research Conducted.

Market research indicates no other equipment can meet the Government s minimum needs for data continuity. Market research does indicate competition is available and will be sought among Trimble resellers.

9. Actions to Overcome Barriers to Competition.

Future requirements for same/similar equipment will undergo market research and be competed to the maximum extent practical

10. Recommendation and Certification from Program Office

Based on the above, I recommend this acquisition be conducted on a limited source basis. I certify that technical data which form a basis for this justification, that are the responsibility of technical or requirements personnel are complete and accurate.

William Jones, Program Manager Date

11. Certifications and Approval from the Contracting Officer:

a. Price reasonableness will be established through comparison through to previous purchase orders and receipt of competitive proposals.

b. This justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

12. Approvals

Daniel Galvin, Contracting Officer Date

Jennifer Kelley, Bureau Competition Advocate Date