JA_Rev1_23M-270A-GA_Gage Block Interferometer Upgrade_signed_Redacted.pdf

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

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Section A: General Contract Information

Contracting Activity: AFLCMC/WNMK

Project/Program Name: Gage Block Interferometer Upgrade

Purchase Request/Identification Number: 23M-270A-GA

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options):

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

This is a procurement to upgrade 16 each of P/N D327-101 Davidson Interferometer. The Interferometers are used by the Air Force Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratories (PMEL) and the Air Force Primary Standards Laboratory (AFPSL) during the calibration of gage blocks. Specifically, the Interferometers are used to measure surface flatness and to evaluate surface defects on gage blocks. The upgrade will replace the laser and power supply.

Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source or Brand Name

Only Meredith Instruments can supply the new laser and power supply which will fit in the current configuration of the Interferometer and not require modification to the Interferometer. Modification would add additional cost, require additional services, and change the uncertainty. Meredith Instruments is able to provide the components that they can delivered to the Air Force. They were contacted and provided cost estimates. Due to the form, fit, and function of the Interferometer only Meredith Instruments can provide the required units.

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

A sources sought synopsis was posted on 5 October 2022 and received no responses. Engineering reached out to Meredith Instruments for a cost estimate and was provided estimate of .

Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards

Future procurements for this calibration equipment will be for a new system and be solicited as full and open competition.

Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination

I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

Date

12-Jan-2023

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Michael D. Hickey, GS-13, Contracting Officer

Signature of Contracting Officer