Justification Review Document Summary

This is a Justification Review Document for a single-source procurement submitted by the National Guard Bureau in Arlington, Virginia. The procurement concerns 165 CES – Gravely Pro Turn – Zero Turn Mowers, a brand-name equipment request authorized under 41 USC 1901 as implemented in FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). The contracting action is classified as a new firm fixed-price contract funded through O&M Air accounts, with the requirement previously not procured.

The justification demonstrates that Gravely Pro-Turn 360 and 372 mowers are the only products capable of meeting the Government's strict requirements for seamless mechanical interoperability, financial efficiency, and immediate operational readiness. The 165th Civil Engineer Squadron maintains an existing inventory of compatible parts, specialized consumables, and spare components valued at approximately [redacted]. Procuring alternative brands would result in substantial duplication of costs, including new compatible accessories, as well as several months of operational delays while updating warehouse logistics data. The agency certifies that GSA Advantage was reviewed and multiple commercial vendors exist on Unison Global Marketplace (FedBid) capable of bidding on this brand-name requirement, which will be posted as a small business set-aside. The Contracting Officer has determined the anticipated cost to the Government is fair and reasonable based on the technical and requirements certification provided.