JUSTIFICATION_FOR_SOLE_SOURCE-NECO.docx

JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE (Simplified Acquisitions <SAT)

The service or material listed on N6146319RC037FN is sole source and competition is precluded for reasons indicated below. There are no substitutes available for this material or service.

Restricted to the following source. Provide original manufacturer’s name.

Manufacturer: TSI, INCORPORATED Manufacturer POC & phone nr. TSI, INCORPORATED

X Description of the item or service required, the estimated cost, and required delivery date.

3 Units of 8030 PortaCount Pro, AC Adapter with Universal Plug Set, alcohol cartridge, alcohol fill capsule, storage cap, (2) zero check filters, Model 8016 alcohol supplies 3/16" and 1/4" hose adapters, (2) spare alcohol wicks, carrying case, CD including FitPro+ Fit Test software and operation & service manual, Flash Memory Drive (1GB), USB cable, and 2-Year Warranty.

13 Units of 8040 PortaCount Model 8040, PortaCount Model 8040 includes: Carry Case; AC Adapter with Universal Plug Set; Alcohol Cartridge; Alcohol Fill Capsule; Storage Cap; (2) Zero Check Filters; 3/16" and 1/4" Hose Adapters; (2) Spare Alcohol Wicks; USB Cable; 8016 Alcohol Supply containing (16) 30ml, Bottles of Reagent Grade Isopropyl Alcohol; FitPro Ultra Fit Test Software and 2-Year Warranty.

Requested items meet minimum government requirements with a required delivery date 21 days after award of contract.

Estimated cost of

_X_ Specific characteristics of the material or service that limit the availability to a sole source (unique features, function of the item, etc.). Describe in detail why only this suggested source can furnish the requirements to the exclusion of other sources.

TSI Incorporated is the manufacturer of the Quantitative Respirator Fit Testers Models 8030 Portacount Pro, 8038 Portacount Pro Plus, 8040, 8048, and is the sole source service provider of these instruments and accessories. Prices are set by TSI Incorporated. TSI Inc is the sole source manufacturer and service because the 8030, 8038,8040, and 8048 are the only instruments that use ambient air particles in the testing environment to calculate a fit factor.

Model #8030 & the new generation Model #8040 are the standard units currently utilized throughout CNRMA region installations and requirements no new training to utilize units. It is a requirement of OSHA that all respirators and users be fit-tested using a quantitative fit-test machine.

X_ The requested material or service represents the minimum requirements of the government.

CHECK & FILL IN ALL APPLICABLE BLANKS BELOW

_X__ The material/service must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit and function) with existing systems presently installed/performing. Describe the equipment/function you have now and how the new item/service must coordinate, connect, or interface with the existing system.

Model #8030 & the new generation Model #8040 are the standard units currently utilized throughout CNRMA region installations and requirements no new training to utilize units. It is a requirement of OSHA that all respirators and users be fit-tested using a quantitative fit-test machine.

It is a requirement of OSHA that all command safety offices provide supported command personnel with the means to conduct fit-test using a quantitative fit-test machine and ensure respirator users are entered into the respiratory protection program with an annual requirement to receive a quantitative fit-test.

____ A patent, copyright or proprietary data limits competition. The proprietary data is ___________

__X__ These are “direct replacements” parts/components for existing equipment.

____ Other information to support a sole source buy:

I CERTIFY THAT STATEMENTS CHECKED, AND INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE, ARE COMPLETE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE PROCESSING OF THIS SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION PRECLUDES THE USE OF FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION.

Signature _____________________________ Title Management Analyst

Activity _ Date 03 April 2019

Contracting Officer Signature Date April 03, 2019 SAP Sole Source

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