J and A redacted.pdf

This Justification and Approval (J&A) document supports a sole source procurement for Low Iron Window Glazing by the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) in Vicksburg, MS. The procurement involves sixty-nine (69) low iron glazing layups, with an option to purchase 30 additional units, to be delivered to the Geotechnical and Structural Laboratories within 45 days. The total estimated value is redacted, and the contract will be awarded to Patriot Armored Systems, LLC, a small business entity.

The justification highlights that ERDC's Structural Mechanics Branch requires these specialized window glazing materials for ballistic and forced entry testing. Market research determined that the unique manufacturing process and quality control of Patriot Armored Systems makes them the only viable source capable of meeting the government's specific requirements. The procurement will be conducted under FAR Part 13 simplified acquisition procedures, with a Notice of Intent to Sole Source to be published on SAM.gov. The contract is part of ongoing research for the Department of Homeland Security focused on developing innovative building envelope systems and protective technologies against emerging blast threats.