JOFOC 2.26.2026.pdf

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION (JOFOC)

FAR SUBPART 6.3

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A Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (sometimes referred to more generically as a Justification & Approval (J&A)), is a document required by the FAR that justifies and obtain approvals to contract without providing for full and open competition. Contracting without providing for full and open competition is a violation of statute, unless permitted by one of the exceptions in 6.302. Please remember, that contracting without providing for full and open competition (or otherwise not providing fair opportunity) cannot be justified due to a lack of advance planning by the requiring activity or concerns related to the amount of funds available.

This document shall not be used for Federal Supply Schedule acquisitions.

1. Identification of the agency and the contracting activity, and specific identification of the document as a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition.

Agency: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

Contracting Activity Processing the Requirement:

Name of Organization Originating the Requirement:

Identification Number (purchase request/solicitation number):

2. The nature and/or description of the action being approved (e.g., new award, modification, follow-on to previous procurement, et.al.).

3. A description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency's needs.

Total estimated value inclusive of all options:

Period of performance or final delivery date:

Office of Acquisition and Relocation

Information Systems Division (TC) - Merrifield

D-26-TC-0076

This request is to acquire TACLANE equipment for the classified network to replace old TACLANE equipment.

This procurement will replace legacy TACLANE equipment that is out in the field in order to keep DEA mission secure and to stay within security standards.

9/19/2026 - 9/18/2027

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4. An identification of the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition.

Check the appropriate box. Only one box may be checked.

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1

“Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements”

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(2) and FAR 6.302-2

“Unusual and compelling urgency”

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(3) and FAR 6.302-3

“Industrial mobilization; engineering, developmental, or research capability; or expert services”

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(4) and FAR 6.302-4

“International agreement”

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(5) and FAR 6.302-5

“Authorized or required by statute”

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(6) and FAR 6.302-6

“National security”

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(7) and FAR 6.302-7

“Public interest”

5. A demonstration that the proposed contractor’s unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the authority cited.

6. A description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by Subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies.

DEA currently utilizes the (KG 175F) TACLANEs to securely communicate the Intel Support Systems classified networks. It is requirement that DEA utilizes NSA approved encryption devices that allow for remote administration/management, configuring and encryption key mgmt. In addition, the encryption devices muchintegrate with DEA’s key cryptography mgmt. system as well as the 100’s of existing TACLANE devices currently in use. The KG 175F TACLANE is the only DEA and NSA approved encryption devices authorized on the Merlin and Speedway classified networks.

The KG 175F is a Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCI) is sold only by General Dynamics Mission Systems, therefore, no offers could be solicited from other sources.

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7. A determination by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

8. A description of the market research conducted (see Part 10) and the results or a statement of the reason market research was not conducted.

9. Any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition, such as:

i. Explanation of why technical data packages, specifications, engineering descriptions, statements of work, or purchase descriptions suitable for full and open competition have not been developed or are not available.

The CO will utilize FAR part 13.106 3(a)(2)(ii) to determine that the price is fair and reasonable prior to award.

The KG 175F is a Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCI) sold only by General Dynamics Mission Systems, therefore, no market research was conducted. Since this product is a CCI please note the specific COMSEC requirements. The DEA COMEC COR’s info has been provided.

N/A

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ii. When 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) is cited for follow-on acquisitions as described in 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii), an estimate of the cost to the Government that would be duplicated and how the estimate was derived.

iii. When 6.302-2 is cited, data, estimated cost, or other rationale as to the extent and nature of the harm to the Government.

10. A listing of the sources, if any, that expressed, in writing, an interest in the acquisition.

11. A statement of the actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers that led to the exception to fair opportunity before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services is made.

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Certifications

I hereby certify that I have no financial interests of the sort addressed in subpart D of 5 CFR § 2635 that may give the appearance of a conflict of interest in regards to this Justification.

I hereby certify that I have no personal or business relationships or interests of the sort addressed in 5 CFR §

2635.502 that may give the appearance of a conflict of interest in regards to this Justification.

Requesting Official ____________________________________ Date _______________ Signature & Title

“I hereby certify that the description of the requirement meets the Government’s minimum needs and that the technical data and supporting information, which form the basis for this Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.”

I hereby certify that I have no financial interests of the sort addressed in subpart D of 5 CFR § 2635 that may give the appearance of a conflict of interest in regards to this Justification.

I hereby certify that I have no personal or business relationships or interests of the sort addressed in 5 CFR §

2635.502 that may give the appearance of a conflict of interest in regards to this Justification.

Requesting Office Technical Point of Contact ____________________________________ Date _______________ Signature & Title

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

Contract Specialist ____________________________________Date _______________ Signature

Contracting Officer ____________________________________Date _______________ Signature

“I have reviewed the subject contract action and find it legally sufficient for award.

Chief Counsel Legal ____________________________________Date _______________ (if over $750,000) Signature

GARY

NEWCOMB

Digitally signed by GARY

NEWCOMB

Date: 2026.02.25 06:25:57 -05'00'

02/25/2026

02/25/2026

CALVIN JACKSON

(Affiliate)

Digitally signed by CALVIN JACKSON (Affiliate) Date: 2026.02.25 09:37:40 -05'00'

RANDY BELL Digitally signed by RANDY BELL Date: 2026.02.25 10:08:36 -05'00'

GARY

NEWCOMB

Digitally signed by GARY

NEWCOMB

Date: 2026.02.25 06:26:15 -05'00'

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Reviews and Approvals

FAC Section Chief ____________________________________Date _______________ (if over $750,000) Signature

Bureau Procurement Chief ____________________________________Date _______________ (if over $750,000 Signature per JAR 2806.304)

Competition Advocate ____________________________________Date _______________ (if over $750,000) Signature

Head of the Contracting ____________________________________Date _______________ Activity (if over $15M) Signature

DOJ Competition Advocate ____________________________________Date _______________ (if over $75M) Signature

Senior Procurement ____________________________________Date _______________ Executive (if over $75M) Signature