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This is a Brand Name Justification document for a limited source acquisition submitted by the Naval Sea Systems Command, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWC PCD).

The contracting activity seeks to acquire one Snap-On™ brand CTM3000 cordless torque multiplying system (part number CMT3000) on a brand-name specific basis through a purchase order under the Multiple Award Schedule Program. The item will be used for torquing large bolting systems throughout the Naval command. The acquisition will be competed among distributors offering Snap-On™ brand products. The contracting officer has determined that this order represents best value and the lowest overall cost alternative considering price, special features, and administrative costs. The justification asserts that only the Snap-On™ brand can meet the government's needs because these cordless high torque systems are utilized throughout Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Units (NEDUs) and have been built into NEDUs with established calibration programs. The CMT3000 units store torque sequencing data required by certification standards (IAW NAVSEA SS521-AA-MAN-010 U.S. Navy Diving and Manned Hyperbaric Systems Safety Certification Manual). The government's minimum needs have been verified by certifying technical and requirements personnel. The document notes that using alternative equipment would prove costly in time and dollars due to the need for additional calibration systems, recertification approvals, maintenance agreements, and potential safety concerns from changed components or new parameters affecting life support systems. No market research was conducted among schedule holders, as Snap-On™ brand is identified as the only brand meeting the requirement. No other supporting facts or subsequent acquisition barriers removal actions are noted.