Justification FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) Soliciting from a single source_signed_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Exception to Fair Opportunity form for a simplified acquisition valued below $250K, seeking approval for sole-source procurement from Dytran Instruments Inc. under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). The requirement is for Dytran model 7603D5 accelerometers for the US Army Aberdeen Test Center (ATC), with funding type RDT&E for FY 2025.

The justification establishes that Dytran is the sole manufacturer of the 7600 series variable capacitance accelerometers needed to match existing ATC field vibration sensor packages. The accelerometers are small electro-mechanical devices used for measuring vehicle vibration during automotive testing. Market research conducted on February 20, 2025 confirmed no other vendors can meet the specific requirements, as the mounting blocks were fabricated to Model 7603D5 specifications and switching to another source would incur additional costs for training and system integration. The contract specialist Lenard Wright reviewed and approved the sole-source justification on February 26, 2025, and a Notice of Intent to award will be posted on SAM.gov under NAICS code 334519.