LSJ Solicitation_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification Review Document for an Exception to Fair Opportunity, issued by the National Guard Bureau on February 19, 2025, for the Dell Tech Refresh requirement.

The procurement seeks Dell Storage Arrays, Desktops, Thin Clients, and Servers through a Follow-On Contract action with Firm Fixed Price and O&M Air funding. The contracting activity is USFPO IA 1324 Wing with the requiring activity being 1324 CTS/DTOC. The justification cites 10 USC 3406(c)(5) as implemented in FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B), asserting that only one awardee is capable of providing the required supplies at the level of quality required because all Storage Arrays within the CTS/DTOC LAN are Dell brand devices utilizing Dell proprietary software (Dell OpenManage). The requirement emphasizes the necessity for Dell brand-name equipment to ensure interoperability and compatibility with the existing DTOC Dell storage environment, Dell OpenManage enterprise management tools, VMware virtualization infrastructure, and operational cybersecurity requirements. The government previously procured similar Dell server infrastructure through contract 47QTCA21A0011/W50S7125FA047 dated September 26, 2025, with no set-asides utilized. Market research was conducted through NASA SEWP Requests for Information and recent procurement history review, identifying multiple small business quotations as available qualified resellers. The contracting officer (Susan Smith) approved the justification on June 9, 2026, determining the anticipated cost to the government to be fair and reasonable. Posting requirements mandate notice and justification publication within 14 days after placing an order at the GPE (SAM.gov) for a minimum of 30 days.