JOFOC - Laser Tracker System_Redacted.pdf

– 2 – measurement range up to 80m with probing range up to 20m. Also, the Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Inc AT960-LR is fully compatible with the existing Leica 901-MR and Leica 960- MR systems already implemented. Other tracker measurement systems currently on the market are unable to meet the longer measurement ranges with comparable degree of freedom targets while providing seamless integration and compatibility with existing Leica systems in use.

5. 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.

A sources sought notice was posted to SAM.gov on 8/1/2023, with a closing date of 8/10/2023. Only one response was received from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Inc. In accordance with FAR

5.203 and 41 U.S.C. 1901(e)(1), a Notice of Intent (NOI) to sole source was prepared and posted to SAM.gov stating the intent to enter into a sole source procurement with Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Inc. This notice was posted on 8/16/2023, with a response date of 8/23/2023. This notice stated that all responsible sources interested may identify their interest and capability. No responses were received by the closing date.

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

The Contracting Officer (CO) will determine that the anticipated price is fair and reasonable in accordance with FAR 13.106-3(a)(2)(ii) and (iv) – comparison of the proposed price with prices found reasonable on similar previous purchases and comparison to the independent government estimate. Prior to award of the proposed contract, the proposed price will be evaluated. The evaluation will determine whether the proposed prices are reasonable in relation to the solicitation requirements. Prices must be entirely compatible with the technical portion of the quotation. The CO has determined that the anticipated costs to the Government will be fair and reasonable based on evaluation of commercial pricing, comparison to previous purchases, and comparison to the Government estimate.

7. A description of the market research conducted (see part 10), and the results or statement of the reason market research was not conducted.

Market research was conducted to identify available sources and to evaluate the availability of the marketplace to meet the requirement as follows:

a. The Subject Matter Expert (SME) spoke with colleagues knowledgeable in the field of study, performed internet searches, and relied on their professional expertise to identify potential sources for the required system, including Faro, API North America, and Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Inc. After communications and review of products offerings from these companies, only Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Inc. was found, by the SME to produce a system that can meet all the technical specifications. The Contract Specialist identified two sources of similar laser type equipment, but after evaluation by the SME, none were found to be capable of the equivalent measurement specifications and possessing the ability to integrate to existing equipment setup configurations without substantial alteration and engineering efforts.

b. A sources sought notice was posted to SAM.gov on 8/1/2023, with a closing date of 8/10/2023. A courtesy email of the sources sought notice was sent with no responses received, except Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Inc.

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8. Any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Inc. provided a written letter stating that they are the sole source of this item, and no resellers or partners are used or authorized to provide the equipment referenced in this requirement, the Leica AT-960-LR Laser Tracker.

9. A list of sources, if any, that expressed in writing, any interest in the acquisition.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Inc.

10. A statement of the action, if any, the agency make / take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services required.

The Government will continue to conduct thorough market research to gauge the marketplace capabilities for future requirements. During the expected life cycle of this equipment, NIST will work to identify additional products that could meet its requirements.

Certification

Requisitioner:

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this justification, and which form a basis for this justification, are complete and accurate.

Subject Matter Expert

Contracting Officer:

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

Contracting Officer