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This is a Memorandum for Record documenting the justification for limiting competition at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) for a sole source purchase order. The contracting activity is procuring brand-name P5 BOM Manager software and related services from Silicon Expert, a web-based predictive tool offering specialized capabilities including bill of materials import, critical component identification, form/fit/function alternatives, counterfeit risk information, device datasheets, aftermarket sources, and inventory management. The procurement includes three line items: P5 BOM Manager with Loyalty Package and Professional Services (1 unit), P5 BOM Manager Floating Seat Additional Floating Seat packages (3 units), and P5 BOM Manager Part Search Floating Seat packages. The period of performance runs from 22 June 2026 to 21 June 2027, with a desired award date of 21 June 2026. The contract vehicle is a Sole Source Purchase Order using Fixed Price pricing. Funding is from Other Funds.

The justification for sole source award cites brand name authority under FAR 16.505(a)(4) and FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(A) (Urgency), determining Silicon Expert is the only source capable of providing the required counterfeeit risk information and extensive historic datasheet database needed for Army part library management. Market research conducted from January through March 2026 evaluated GSA schedules and alternative vendors (Total Parts Plus and QStar) but confirmed no competitors offer equivalent counterfeit risk analytics or historical datasheets. The justification will be redacted and posted with the Request for Quote. No public synopsis is required per exception at FAR 5.202(a)(6).