JA_Brand_Name_Redacted-Edwards.doc

JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE (Simplified Acquisitions) The service or material listed on N3539118RC00034 is sole source (Brand Name) 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. (If a sole source manufacturer distributes via dealers, ALSO provide dealer information.)

Manufacturer: Edwards Manufacturer POC & phone nr.: Lexi Wachtveitl, 262-723-4221

Mfr. Address: 530 South Hwy H, Elkhorn, WI 53121 Dealer / Rep:

Dealer / Rep address / phone nr.:

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

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.

The Edwards T396A was designed to give the musician the correct timbre and feel, no matter the musical setting. Edwards is known for its professional hand-made high quality manufacturing and products. Specific features of the T396A are a .547” Bore, and its utilization of the following US patented features both the harmonic bridge and harmonic pillars (US Pat No 8,247,675). In addition, the Rotax Valve is a unique aspect and integral part of the T396A Design. The Bell is constructed of 70% Copper and 30% Zinc with an unsoldered rim. It has been determined that the Edwards T396A Alessi Model will meet the highest standards and versatility required by Navy Music in all performance venues.

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

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____ 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.

X A patent, copyright or proprietary data limits competition. The proprietary data is the harmonic bridge and harmonic pillars (US Pat No 8,247,675), and Rotax Valve.

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

X Other information to support a sole source buy:

The knowledge gather by our Subject Matter Experts has found the Edwards T396A to be a superior built instrument over other make and models. Onsight, side by side comparison of the craftsmanship of the T396A with regards to other make/models further reinforced the T396A as the better instrument. With this, the T396A will provide Navy Music with an instrument of the high caliber on the market currently.

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