R Final Sole Source (Including Brand Name) Justification V. 2.0_Redacted.pdf

Sole Source (Including Brand Name) Justification - Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items

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I. Contracting Activity.

23 Contracting Squadron 4380B Alabama RD, Moody AFB GA 31699

II. Nature and/or description of the action being processed.

This action will be awarded as a new contract. The contract type will be a firm-fixed-price contract.

III. Description of supplies/services required to meet agency needs.

Com Cable - CC01 - Splitter - CC01R (AP-136) +CC01R (AP-136) - Tan -250mm - 40 EA

Com Cable - CC01 - Nemesis 19-Pin (Harris AN/PRC-163) - Tan - 800mm - 40 EA

Com Cable - CC01 - Splitter - Nemesis 19-pin(Harris AN/PRC-163) + EUD - Tan - 800mm - 40 EA

V20, 2-PTT, 1-COM, Gen II, Tan - 40 EA

V60, 4-PTT, 3-COM, Gen II, Tan - 40 EA

INVISIO X5 Headset, Tan - HC01 - 40 EA

Com Cable - CC01 - CC01 (INVISIO Medic Cable) -Black - Coiled -1400mm - 40 EA

Headset Adaptor Cable - HC01 - TP Receptacle 4-pin(Peltor, Stereo) - Black - 220mm - 40 EA

Comply Canal Tips, Demo Kit, 6-Pair Pack - 40 EA

Headset Adaptor Cable - HC01 -HC01R -Hybrid Boom Mic - 40 EA

Intercom, 5-User, 4-COM, 1-PWR, Tan - 10 EA

PWR Cable - PR01 - PRC Battery Adaptor - Black -1000mm - 10 EA

Com Cable - CC01 - CC03 (invisio ICS Cable) - Tan - Coiled - 1400mm - 60 EA

Com Cable - CC03 - Nemesis 19-Pin (Harris PRC-163) - Tan - 1000mm - 10 EA

Com Cable - CC03 - AP-136 (AN/PRC-117/148/152)- Tan - 1000mm - 10 EA

Com Cable - CC03 - TP-120 (Aircraft Intercom U93 - UH-60 COCO) - Tan -1000mm - 10 EA

INVISIO T7 Headset, All Mounts for ARC, Left,Tan - 5 EA

R30, 3-Button, Wireless PTT, Tan - 6 EA

Com Cable - CC01 - Splitter - CC01R(AP-136) +CC01R (AP-136) - Tan -250mm -30 EA

IV. Statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition.

IAW AFFARS 5313.501 - 10 U.S.C. 2302b, Implementation of Simplified Acquisition Procedures (41 U.S.C.

1901)

V. Demonstration that the contractor's unique qualifications or nature of the acquisition requires the use of the authority cited above (applicability of authority).

Harris radio headsets require the use of Invisio Communication Cables as they are the only product capable to

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The government has purchased from Invisio before, which resulted in of spending between contracts FA483022F0093 and FA483021F0059. It stands to reason that multiple contractors can satisfy the requirement as well as ensure the Rescue squadron can accomplish their missions.

VI. Description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as practicable.

During market research a sources sought was conducted on SAM.gov as well as GSA. The vendors that responded on GSA could not satisfy the requirement unless it would be solicited on the open market. The only vendor that was capable to satisfy our requirement was the manufacturer themselves. This requirement will be solicited, via open market, to all SBs capable of providing the brand/items.

VII. Determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

Multiple small business vendors are capable of supplying the item. The requirement will be solicited as a small business set-aside and we expect to receive multiple competitive quotes to ensure price is fair and reasonable.

VIII. Description of the market research conducted and the results, or a statement of the reasons market research was not conducted.

These adapter cables are peculiar to one manufacturer. A brand name item, whether available on one or more schedule contracts, is an item peculiar to one manufacturer. Invisio cables are a specific type of audio communication system used by military and law enforcement personnel, and they are designed to be compatible only with other Invisio devices. They are not made to be universal and are not intended to work with other types of cables or audio equipment.

The reason for this is that Invisio cables use a proprietary connector design that is unique to the Invisio system. This connector design is different from the connectors used in other audio communication systems, such as standard 3.5mm jacks or XLR connectors.

Using Invisio cables with other types of equipment or cables that are not designed for Invisio can cause compatibility issues and result in poor audio quality or even damage to the equipment. Therefore, it is important to only use Invisio cables with other Invisio devices to ensure proper functionality and optimal performance.

IX. Any other facts supporting the use of Other Than Full and Open Competition.

N/A

X. List of any sources that expressed, in writing, an interest in the acquisition.

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XI. A statement of the actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition before making subsequent acquisitions for the supplies or services required.

This requirement will be competed amongst SBs as a brand name requirement, on the open market.

XII. Certification by the Contracting Officer.

As evidenced by my signature above, I have determined this document to be both accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

XIII. Certification by the technical/requirements personnel.

As evidenced by my (our) signature(s) above, I (we) certify that any supporting data contained herein, which is my (our) responsibility, is both accurate and complete.