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This is a Brand Name Justification document for a procurement action by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC-PCD) located at 110 Vernon Ave., Panama City, FL, 32407.

The contracting activity seeks to award a firm fixed price contract to authorized sellers for eight lines of Glenair electrical connectors. The required items include: two units of 700-001-Q69-Z1SN, two units of 700-001-Q69-Z1PN, one unit of 700-010-Q69-Z1GNPN-2BJ, one unit of 700-010-Q69-Z1GNPN-6BJ, six units of 700-001-M5-Z1SN, six units of 700-001-M5-Z1PN, three units of 700-010-M5-Z1GNPN-2BJ, and three units of 700-010-M5-Z1GNPN-6BJ. The total dollar value will exceed micro-purchase levels but not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold of $350,000. The justification asserts that Glenair is the only brand capable of meeting the Government's needs because these specialized electrical connectors are already in use on the project, and compatibility is essential to prevent project delays. The Government does not expect significant savings through competition and anticipates unacceptable delays if an alternative brand is selected. The Contracting Officer has determined the order represents best value considering price, special features, and administrative costs. No market research was conducted among schedule holders due to the unique compatibility requirements. The acquisition will be conducted using simplified acquisition procedures.