LPKF ProtoLaser R4-Proposed Redactions_Redacted.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER

DAHLGREN DIVISION

6149 WELSH ROAD SUITE 203

DAHLGREN VIRGINIA 22448-5130

IN REPLY REFER TO

J&A Number:

Code P.R. Number:N0017824PC611

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL

JUSTIFICATION

1. Contracting Activity

The Naval Sea Systems Command, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Contracts Department

2. Description of the Action Being Approved

Award of a firm fixed priced contract on a sole source basis

3. Description of Supplies/Services

The following , associated and are required:

Part Number Description Quantity

10099642 LPKF ProtoLaser R4 1

US-210626-I Brushless Fume Extraction Unit 1

10066476 LPKF ProtoMat S104 1

US-114647-I Variable Speed I-Series Dust Extraction Vacuum Unit

US-129103-1 Starter Pack: Tools with Distance Rings

US-116394-1

RF Starter Pack: Tools with Distance Rings

SA-50-1118 1-Year Maintenance Contract 1

Delivery is required 10 weeks after receipt of order with 12 months of support to follow.

NCH 53.6-2

The Government's minimum needs have been verified by the certifying technical and requirements personnel.

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition

41 U.S.C. 1901 as implemented in FAR Subpart 13.5.

5. Rationale Justifying Use of Cited Statutory Authority has been tasked to deploy critical systems

. Discussions with the OEM confirm that there are no authorized service providers.

Selection of an alternate brand would cause the Government to incur additional time estimated at developing new test procedures to support other brand name products, which is used to reduce test time and improve measurement accuracy. In addition to the , personnel would need to learn how to any problems with another brand name product prior to purchasing the which will ultimately lead to major delays in testing. This would cost the program an estimated additional 12-Months and greatly increase the technical and programmatic risk to the sponsor, and cost in excess of $700,000.00. This does not consider the proprietary nature of this system and possible failures of Dahlgren to replicate.

6. Description of Efforts Made to Solicit Offers from as Many Offerors as Practicable

Market research was conducted through discussions with the vendor, reviewing the history of similar purchases from the OEM for similar systems and service agreements, performing internet searches and obtaining a market research quote. The OEM, , a small business concern, has verified that there are no authorized resellers for this proprietary system and support.

The proposed contract was synopsized on the SAM.gov website on 24 May 2024 and expressed interest in this requirement. No additional market research was conducted because it is not practicable, for the reasons discussed in paragraph 5 above, for any company other than to provide the required equipment.

7. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Costs

The Contracting Officer has determined that the anticipated cost to the Government for the equipment covered by the J&A will be fair and reasonable.

8. Actions to Remove Barriers to Competition

For the reasons set forth in Paragraph 5, Dahlgren Contract Department has no plans at this time to compete future contracts for the type of equipment covered by this document. If another potential source emerges, Dahlgren Contract Department will assess whether competition for future requirements is feasible.

CERTIFICATIONS AND APPROVAL

TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION (FAR 6.303-2(b))

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this justification and its supporting data, are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

, , Phone No., Date

LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW (NMCARS 5206.303(90))

I have determined this justification is legally sufficient.

NSWCDD Legal Counsel, , Phone No., Date

CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION (FAR 6.303-2(a)(12))

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

, Contracting Officer, , Phone No., Date