JOFOC Brand name.pdf

This is a Brand Name Justification document submitted by the Department of State's Overseas Post in Riga, Latvia for the procurement of carpet tiles for the American Embassy Riga Facility Section. The justification requests approval to award a purchase order valued at USD 15,000 for 700 square meters of Desso Tarkett carpet tiles (color AD08 9851, size 50x50 cm).

The document provides rationale for the brand name requirement, explaining that the Embassy currently has partially installed Tarkett carpet from a previous redesign project. While that specific carpet is discontinued, they require matching carpet with the same thickness and color palette. FAC Embassy staff evaluated multiple manufacturers' samples, determining that Tarkett branded carpets provide the closest color match to the existing installed carpet. The justification cites FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) as the authority for limiting competition based on brand name, and includes certifications from both the Facility Manager and Contracting Officer dated November 25, 2024.