Justification_and_Approval-FA487720QA186_Ford Engines_Redacted.pdf

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

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NOTE: If a Justification and Approval was approved for the preceding acquisition, a copy of the approved J&A for the predecessor action must be included in the staff package for approval of the instant J&A. This applies to J&A staff packages that are submitted for review and approval at a level above the contracting officer. The predecessor J&A will be used as a reference document by the approving official.

Is this a new or amended J&A Document? New Amended ( Prior to Award Only! )

Is this a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan? Yes No

Funding level for this acquisition: < $700K > $700K and < $13.5M > $13.5M and < $93M > $93M

Contracting Activity: 355th Contracting Squadron

Purchase Request / Local ID Number: F1P33B0051AW01

Program / Project (and PE, if applicable): Ford Engines

Program Type (PEO or Other Contracting): Other Contracting

Authority: 6.302-1 – 10 USC 2304(c)(1), Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements

Estimated Contract Cost (including options): J&A Type: Class Individual

COORDINATION (AFFARS 5306.304(a) )

Date

19 Mar 2020

Contracting Officer Amanda Fay Henderson

355 CONS/PKP

Signature

APPROVAL (AFFARS 5306.304(a) )

Date

19 Mar 2020

Contracting Officer Amanda Fay Henderson

355 CONS/PKP

Signature

HENDERSON.AMANDA.

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Date: 2020.03.19 10:45:22 -07'00'

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I. Contracting Activity.

355th Contracting Squadron

II. Nature and/or description of the action being processed.

Brand Name Justification and Approval

III. Description of supplies/services required to meet agency needs.

The 355th Logistics Readiness Squadron requests procurement of Ford Diesel Engines.

FORD 2005 F-350 SUPER DUTY 6.0 Diesel Engine QTY: 1 U/I: EA FORD 2007 F-350 SUPER DUTY 6.0 Diesel Engine QTY: 1 U/I: EA

IV. Statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition.

FAR 6.302-1, "Only Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements"

V. Demonstration that the contractor's unique qualifications or nature of the acquisition requires the use of the authority cited above (applicability of authority).

The 355th Logistics Readiness Squadron currently manages maintenance and repair for 355th Fighter Wing motor vehicles as mission allows. Currently, the unit is tasked to repair a 2007 Ford Model F-350 and 2005 Ford Model F-350.

The Government technical experts have stated that the procurement of any brand other than Ford would not properly fit the mechanics of the vehicle and cause operational failure. Therefore, it is in the best interest of the Government to procure only Ford brand engines. Further, it has been determined that the requirements of this acquisition meet the terms of applicability in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation 6.302-1(b)(1)(ii), the unique supplies available from a limited number of suppliers with unique capabilities.

VI. Description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as practicable.

During market research, previous acquisition history for Ford engines were reviewed and found that all solicitations were conducted as full and open competition or as a 100% small business set-aside. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation, the Government will seek to promote competition. Therefore, this will be posted on the Government Point of Entry to obtain as many potential sources as practicable.

VII. Determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

Prices will be determined fair and reasonable based on a review of available previous acquisition history and in accordance with other procedures under the Federal Acquisition Regulation.

VIII. Description of the market research conducted and the results, or a statement of the reasons market research was not conducted.

The Contract Specialist conducted extensive market research which found that there were multiple small businesses that could fulfill the requirement.

IX. Any other facts supporting the use of Other Than Full and Open Competition.

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X. List of any sources that expressed, in writing, an interest in the acquisition.

Central Power Systems & Services, LLC, Dahmer Powertrain, Inc. and Fred Beans Parts, Inc.

XI. A statement of the actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before making subsequent acquisitions for the supplies or services required.

The goal of the 355th Contracting Squadron is to utilize the most efficient and affordable services in order to meet the customer's needs in a timely manner. The unit makes a priority of developing competition to the maximum extent practicable.

XII. Certification by the Contracting Officer.

As evidenced by my signature above, I have determined this document to be both accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

XIII. Certification by the technical/requirements personnel.

As evidenced by my (our) signature(s) above, I (we) certify that any supporting data contained herein, which is my (our) responsibility, is both accurate and complete.