JA6.302-1cSPE7L320C0027.pdf

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

SOLICITATION SPE7L320R0010

[X ] ORIGINAL

[ ] ADDENDUM (attach copy of original J&A for add-ons or revisions)

1. The Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Land and Maritime, is the contracting activity.

2. The action being approved is the acquisition of supplies on other than a full and open competition basis.

3. The supplies required to meet the using activity’s needs are described as follows: Cover, VehicularCom (NSN 2590-01-

663-6990).

BRIEF

DESCRIPTION

NSN/P/N QUANTITY OPTION &

QTY

BASE

ESTIMATE

EST. TOTAL

VALUE

AMSC

Cover, Vehicular Com

2590-01-663-

315 EA

100%

TOTAL

630 EA

D

Identify end item, weapon system, or class of item: Stryker Vehicle (not CSI/CAI material)

This solicitation is for 315 each and includes a 100% option to procure an additional 315 each maximum.

4. The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is:

10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) - Available from only one or a limited number of sources.

5. If restricted to the only source(s) of supply, include source(s) and CAGE code: Transhield, Inc. (064U8), small business manufacturer, part number M6792XTG.

The use of the authority cited in other than 10. U.S.C. 2304(c)(l) above:

AMC 3: Acquire, for the second or subsequent time, directly from the manufacturer.

The use of the authority cited is based on:

The following AMSC descriptions are-available in DFARS PGI 217.7506 Part 2.

AMSC D. The data needed to acquire this part competitively is not physically available, it cannot be obtained economically, nor is it possible to draft adequate specifications or any other adequate, economical description of the material for a competitive solicitation. AMCS 3, 4, or 5 are valid.

The product specialist confirmed on January 28, 2020, the AMC/AMSC codes of 3/D are correct for this NIIN and the only approved source for this item is Transhield, Inc. (064U8). The product specialist has indicated that Transhield, Inc.

is the only source that possesses the technical data required to manufacture this item. There are no pending source approvals with the ESA.

This particular cover is made of XT material that provides a custom-fit protection for the Stryker vehicle. XT material withstands extreme environments from intense heat and humidity to brittle cold and snow. The smooth exterior easily sheds water and snow. The interior of the cover is soft, contains a patented VCI technology, which is a class of chemical compounds that emit a rust-inhibiting vapor in the air to inhibit corrosion on a metal surface, and typically eliminates the need for oils and liquid rust preventatives. These covers provide a corrosion reduction rate by 85-95% and has a high moisture removal rate.

6. Efforts to ensure that offers are solicited from as many sources as practicable are: This acquisition will be synopsized for 15 days prior to the solicitation opening and the PR will be solicited on the internet for 30 days, via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS).

7. I hereby determine that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable. Past procurement history will be reviewed and a PPI analysis will be performed. Based upon contract history, and information provided in the market survey, it is anticipated that the award will be determined fair and reasonable. This is a definite quantity contract for a quantity of 314 each with a 100% option.

8. Market Research/Efforts to Obtain Competition:

Market Survey [10 U.S.C. 2304(f)(3)(D)]:

Sources Sought posted to FBO January 24, 2020. No responses received to the sources sought posted. Market research for this item is limited due to the specific requirements involved for the item. The product specialist has indicated that Transhield, Inc. is the only source that possesses the technical data required to manufacture this item. A firm fixed price contract will be issued because: the requirement is well defined, contractor is experienced in making it, market conditions are stable and financial risks are otherwise insignificant. Material Master does not show this NSN as commercial.

A market survey conducted January 24, 2020 Total number of vendors contacted: 4 Name of vendors contacted: Transhield, Inc. (064U8), Dreamfind Inc. (1V4T7), Dela Technology (2U435) and Shore Solutions (6D0X3) Techniques used to conduct survey: The market survey conducted via e-mail.

Types of information requested:

Size of Business Manufacturer or dealer Is there stock on hand Commerciality Estimated delivery Price breaks

Dreamfind Inc. (1V4T7), Dela Technology (2U435) did not respond to the email inquiry.

Summary of information received:

Transhield (064U8) responded to the Market Survey they are a SMALL business interested in a Large Purchase/Options and would provide their product, as they are the approved source. Transhield also indicates item is not commercial, not

Shoreline Solutions, Inc. (6D0X3) responded to the Market Survey they are a SMALL ((8(a), SDVOSB, HUBZone, EDOWSB) business interested in a Large Purchase/Options and would provide the product as a prime distributor for Transhield and have done multiple contracts with DLA to facilitate their requirements for various covers. Shoreline also indicates item is not commercial,

9. Additional facts supporting other than full and open competition are:

Based upon the technical certification on file in DLA Land and Maritime – VEP technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition. The data presently available reflects the minimum needs of the Government.

10. A listing of sources, if any, indicating an interest in the acquisition is: Transhield, Inc. and Shore Solutions.

11. This item is subject to the following methods of locating additional sources:

Procurement Notes L04 (Offers for part numbered items)

M06 (Evaluation of Offers for Part Numbered Items), which permit offerors to quote alternate items.

12. There was a large purchase procurement history for this NSN, therefore the previous J&A is attached.

APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS

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

Sheri Race, Contracting Officer

APPROVAL/CERTIFICATION

Justification reviewed and approved. The estimated total value of the J&A is

Competition Advocate

APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS

[X ] $750,000 to $13,500,000 Competition Advocate

RACE.SHERI.

L.1230108362

Digitally signed by

RACE.SHERI.L.1230108362

Date: 2020.02.18 13:07:39 -05'00'

SHEARER.MAR

Y.E.1250702449

Digitally signed by

SHEARER.MARY.E.1250702449

Date: 2020.02.25 12:48:51 -05'00'