Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition_2156 open market_Redacted.pdf

DJF-23-2200-PR-0002156

FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

FINANCE and FACILITIES DIVISION | PROCUREMENT SECTION

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL (J&A) FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND

OPEN COMPETITION

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION IN ACCORDANCE WITH 41 U.S.C. 3304 (A) (X)(

Requisition Number: DJF-23-2200-PR-0002156

Date: 04/10/2023

Estimated Contract Dollar Value: $334,579.67

1. Identification of the agency and contracting activity.

The U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Critical Incident Response Group Unit (CIRG), has prepared this justification for other than full and open competition for the continued deployment of the MANET system manufactured by Persistent Systems on behalf of the Tactical Section, in CIRG.

2. The nature and/or description of the action being approved, i.e., sole source, limited competition, establishment of a new source, etc.

It is the intent of NAPU to acquire a firm fixed price contract for MPU5 radio and accessories.

This purchase is a one-time buy limiting competition.

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

The product that is to be purchased is the MPU5 radio and accessories.

The MPU5 and Wave Relay MANET provide wireless network connectivity between highly mobile users in a true peer-to-peer topology without requiring additional infrastructure. The MPU5 is designed to be carried by dismount users or mounted on towers, vehicles, and aircraft.

Item Manufacturer Serial/Product Number

Base Quantity

Base Unit Cost Base Amount

MPU5 Chassis (With Battery)

Persistent Systems

WR-5100 20 $ 6,865.50 $ 137,310.00

MPU5 High Power Module (S-Band)

Persistent Systems

RF-2150 20 $ 1,994.86 $ 39,897.20

GPS Antenna Persistent Systems

ANT-4001 20 $ 192.75 $ 3,855.00

2.1 - 2.5 GHz 2.15 dBi Omnidirectional Gooseneck

Antenna

Persistent Systems

ANT-2005 60 $ 188.97 $ 11,338.20

2.2 - 2.5 GHz 2 dBi Horizontal Polarized

Omnidirectional Antenna

Persistent Systems

ANT-2040 0 $ 642.95 $ -

Dual PTT Device Only Persistent Systems

WR-PTT-01 20 $ 1,249.32 $ 24,986.40

30" Downlead (PTT to MPU); Locking; Improved

Gasket

Persistent Systems

CBL-PTT-0008 20 $ 872.75 $ 17,455.00

6" Downlead PTT to MPU;

Locking; Improved Gasket

Persistent Systems

CBL-PTT-0011 0 $ 827.25 $ -

TJ-105 Uplead PTT to Headset; Locking

Persistent Systems

CBL-PTT-0014 30 $ 487.01 $ 14,610.30

PTT USB-A Female; Persistent Systems

CBL-PTT-0015 5 $ 407.27 $ 2,036.35

Knob Protector (Dual PTT) (Min 25)

Persistent Systems

ACC-PTT-001 25 $ 25.32 $ 633.00

Rotating Dual PTT Clip Persistent Systems

PTT-SCR-0001 0 $ 201.47 $ -

22-Pin to Motorola XTL- 5000 (Motorola Mid Power

Rear Ignition Connector)

Persistent Systems

CBL-AUD-001-XTL 2 $ 1,439.28 $ 2,878.56

22-Pin to APX Persistent Systems

CBL-AUD-0001-APX 11 $ 959.29 $ 10,552.19

22-Pin to Legacy Radio 6-Pin Persistent Systems

CBL-AUD-0001 0 $ 959.29 $ -

22-pin to USB 2.0 Receptacle

Persistent Systems

CBL-DATA-2003 4 $ 449.73 $ 1,798.92

Extra Battery Persistent Systems

BAT-06 0 $ 357.00 $ -

22-Pin to 22-Pin Ethernet Cable (30ft)

Persistent Systems

CBL-DATA-2017 0 $ 1,111.01 $ -

MPU5 RF Module Cap (for use with out RF module

[diving])

Persistent Systems

WR-GEN5-CASE-RFH 0 $ 143.22 $ -

Dual PTT Headset Port Dive Cap (Min 25)

Persistent Systems

ACC-PTT-0002 0 $ 61.23 $ -

Leak Tester Base Unit (includes 5100 and 2150 test rig)

Persistent Systems

QCT-LK-001 0 $ 55,335.70 $ -

Leak Tester Dual PTT Test Rig

Persistent Systems

QCT-LK-004 0 $ 1,590.90 $ -

Leak Tester Install and Setup

Persistent Systems

QCT-LK-SRV 0 $ 6,916.97 $ -

22-Pin to 22-Pin Ethernet Cable (30ft)

Persistent Systems CBL-DATA-2017 1 $ 1,111.01 $ 1,111.01

MPU5 RF Module Cap (for use with out RF moudule

[diving]) Persistent Systems WR-GEN5-CASE-RFH 1 $ 143.22 $ 143.22

Dual PTT Headset Port Dive Cap (Min 25)

Persistent Systems ACC-PTT-0002 25 $ 61.23 $ 1,530.75

Leak Tester Base Unit (includes 5100 and 2150 test rig) Persistent Systems QCT-LK-001 1 $ 55,335.70 $ 55,335.70

Leak Tester Dual PTT Test Rig

Persistent Systems QCT-LK-004 1 $ 1,590.90 $ 1,590.90

Leak Tester Install and Setup

Persistent Systems QCT-LK-SRV 1 $ 6,916.97 $ 6,916.97

Shipping $ 600.00 $ 600.00

Total $334,579.67

• Persistent Systems MPU5 MANET Radio o MPU5 Chassis o MPU5 High Power Module (S-Band) o WAVE RELAY® DUAL PTT DEVICE o Reference the IGCE For a complete itemized list

• Unique Requirements:

o Native wireless interoperability with existing fielded equipment o Integrated Radio over IP (RoIP) gateway o NIST FIPS 140-2 certification o Must have the ability to operate in the following Radio Frequency bands

▪ L Band 1350-1390MHz

▪ BAS 2025-2150MHz

▪ S Band 2200-2507MHZ

▪ Lower C Band 4400-5000MHz

▪ Upper C Band 5100-6000MHz o IP68 Environmental Rated

4. The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition.

The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is 41 U.S.C. 3304 (a)(1) as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 6.302-1entitled, “Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.”

5. Demonstrate the unique qualifications of the proposed contractor or the nature of the action requiring the use of the authority.

The only company that manufactures the product that is required is:

Persistent Systems 601 W 26th St, Suite 905

NewYork, NY 10001 Alex Marois Sales Engineer Office: (212) 561-5895 Direct: (646) 960-3628

CELL: (910) 224-5561

Business Type: Small Business

Unique Requirements:

o Native wireless interoperability with existing fielded equipment o Integrated Radio over IP (RoIP) gateway o NIST FIPS 140-2 certification o Must have the ability to operate in the following Radio Frequency bands

▪ L Band 1350-1390MHz

▪ BAS 2025-2150MHz

▪ S Band 2200-2507MHZ

▪ Lower C Band 4400-5000MHz

▪ Upper C Band 5100-6000MHz o IP68 Environmental Rated

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.

A Request for Quotation will be open market on sam.gov to allow any authorized seller to submit a quote.

7. The anticipated dollar value of the proposed acquisition, including options if applicable, and a determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

Informal /Market Research quotes have been acquired and prices from prior purchases are available for comparison.

8. A description of the market research conducted and the results.

Informal /Market Research quotes have been acquired to analyze information from the marketplace to satisfy agency needs.

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

https://www.acquisition.gov/far/html/Subpart%205_2.html#wp1107980 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/html/Subpart%205_2.html#wp1107990

The requirements are to increase the capability of the current MANET systems in use by the FBI/Tactical Section. This system is the MPU5 radio system. Any change in the hardware to this system would result in a lack of interoperability and require the replacement of the entire system that is currently in use by the FBI/Tactical Section.

10. A statement of any actions the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition, if subsequent acquisitions are anticipated.

The Critical Incident Response Group will continue to search for new equipment to work with current equipment or other options for use.