J&A_Sole-Source;_Sonitus.pdf

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United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)

Justification and Approval (J&A) Document Template

June 2017

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Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A)

Preparation of this document is the responsibility of the Requiring Activity Official (RAO) via close coordination with the supporting contracting organization.

ALL AREAS ARE MANDATORY AND MUST BE COMPLETED

Authority: (10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1)

Project/Program Name: Sonitus Molar Mic Evaluation

Component/PEO/Other: AT&L – S&T – TALOS

Estimated Contract Cost (including options) : Less than $100,000.00

Type J&A: (Individual or Class )

J&A No.

1. Agency and Contracting Activity: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(1))

USSOCOM AT&L/KW; 7701 Tampa Point Blvd, MacDill AFB, FL 33621

2. Description of Action: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(2))

Commercial Purchase for five (5) Sonitus Sensory Interface Platforms (Molar Mics)

3. Description of Supplies/Services: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(3))

The Joint Acquisition Task Force (JATF) has identified a novel technology for unhindered radio frequency communications developed by Sonitus Technologies, Inc.

The JATF intends to procure these products on a sole-source basis in order to evaluate potential military utility for Special Operations Forces’ Operators.

A limited batch of five (5) units or less will be procured to adequately asses this platform in a relevant operational environment.

4. Authority Cited: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(4))

10 U.S.C 2304(c)(1), Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements, as implemented by FAR 6.302-1

5. Reason for Authority Cited: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(5)) No other commercial technologies exist that offer a wireless telecommunications platform delivered through hardware conformed to the user’s molar imprint.

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6. Efforts/Actions to Increase Competition: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(6) & (11))

A presolicitation notice was or will be publicized as required by FAR 5.2. If a notice will not be or was not publicized, the exception cited under FAR 5.202(a)(1) through (13) was: FAR 5.202(a)(13)

As this procurement will be for evaluation purposes only, the Government will assess a competitive acquisition strategy if the limited batch is favorably evaluated and future quantities are needed.

7. Market Research: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(8)).

JATF engineers have surveyed the relevant industry sectors through independent reasearch and from attending various conferences, symposiums, and the 2019 Consumer Electronic Show.

Sonitus provides a truly unique capability for unhindered telecommunication systems for SOF operational purposes.

8. Other Authorities/Factors: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(9))

Since this purchase is to procure commercial items only, there are no subcontract opportunities available for small businesses.

Additionally, Sonitus is a registered small business under NAICS 334220.

9. Interested Sources: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(10))

This FBO notice is to further investigate the market for any comparable technologies.

The JATF will review any inquiries that result from this notice, and will determine if other platforms need to be evaluated alongside the Sonitus molar microphones.

10. Technical and Requirements Certification: (FAR 6.303-2(c))

I certify that the supporting data under my cognizance which are included in the justification are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief:

NAME: ______________________ TITLE: _______________________________

SIGNATURE: _______________________________ DATE: _________________

11. Fair and Reasonable Cost Determination: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(7))

I hereby determine that the anticipated cost or price to the Government for this contract action will be fair and reasonable. The reasonableness will be determined by comparision to costs paid by Sonitus’ commercial customers and costs negotiated on any relevant Government contracts.

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CONTRACTING OFFICER SIGNATURE IN SECTION 12 BELOW ALSO SERVES AS

THE PRICE FAIR AND REASONABLENESS DETERMINATION IN THIS SECTION.

12. Contracting Officer Certification: (FAR 6.303-2(b)(12))

I hereby certify that this J&A is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

NAME: John A. Kenney, Capt, USAF TITLE: Contracting Officer

SIGNATURE: _______________________________ DATE: _________________