P03_JA_Test Generator.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Brand Name Justification for Award IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT ($250K)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C776-25-AP-0090

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC) 1 Jefferson Barracks Dr., Bldg. 56 St. Louis, MO 63125

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount:

VHA ILEAD will purchase two each video signal and sync generators that produce master synchronization signals to which all video equipment in the ILEAD satellite uplink facility will receive, and electronically lock. These new signal generators will also provide various video test signals that will be used for equipment and system test and calibration. Table 1 below displays the full list of deliverables requested.

The market research estimated amount of this purchase is $35,530.00 included option years.

CLIN Item Description

0001 Telestream SPG9000 SPG9000 timing and reference generator; includes loop-through genlock input, 6 analog black/trilevel outputs, 4 LTC outputs, word clock output, DARS output, general purpose interface, and management LAN interface

0002 SPG9000-SDI License; SPG9000, Enable SD/HD/ UHD test signal generation on four SDI outputs

0003 SPG9000-RACK Rackmount slides and rails kit for SPG9000 (1 RU height, standard full depth)

0004 SPG9000-DPW Includes two hot-swappable power supply modules for a redundant (primary + backup) pair

0005 PWR-CORD-NAS15 North America Power Cord, Straight 15A

0006 SPG9000-XLR Adapter cable (6 feet long) from 15-pin D-sub GPI/LTC connector on the SPG9000 to 4 XLR male connectors (for LTC input/outputs) and 3 BNC male connectors (for General Purpose Interface input/ outputs)

0007 SPG9000 R1-MS01 Annual Support Renewal-Optional Annual Renewal to include base year and four option years beyond one year purchase warranty.

Guarantees faster repair time than without coverage.

All repairs include any required software updates, parts, and labor.

Hassle free - a single call starts the Process. Covers all shipping cost including freight and import/export fees

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used:

VHA ILEAD currently owns and operates a Telestream video signal and master sync generator system in the St. Louis broadcast video facility. The Telestream hardware consists of two stand-alone generators with an Automatic Change-Over (ACO) system that will switch from a generator in a failed state to the operable backup generator. The VA is upgrading the generators only and will continue to operate the existing ACO. The VA’s need is for brand name Telestream equipment because Telestream is the only company capable of providing the deliverables that are compatible with the existing VA Telestream system; no other manufacturer of master sync generator systems provides hardware that will fully communicate and integrate with the VA’s existing Telestream system. Because this upgrade effort involves integrating new equipment with the VA’s current online system, the new equipment must be Telestream. The deliverables are listed in Table 1 of the Product Description document.

4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted:

On July 9, 2024, a search on SBA revealed 157 SDVOSBs and 14 VOSBs under NAICS 423410.

On July 9, 2024, an RFI was sent via email to the 157 SDVOSBs and 14 VOSBs under NAICS 423410 with a due date of July 11, 2024. Defense Venture Holdings, High Speed Logistics, Emergency Planning Management, and Aviate Enterprises are VetCERT certified SDVOSBs that responded to the RFI. Further research identified that the NAICS 423410 is not able to be used and NAICS 334220 is appropriate. An RFI was posted on SAM.gov on November 12, 2024, with a response date of November 19, 2024. The RFI received 4 responses (Kastel Enterprises, VA-Trak, The White Lion Company, and Aviate Enterprises), of the 4 responses 2 vendors (VA-TRAK and Aviate Enterprises) were SDVOSB through VetCert.

5. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Signature:____________________________ ________________________ Name: Alan Willingham Date Title: Contracting Officer