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This document appears to be a Justification and Approval (J&A) for using a "brand name exception" to the Competition in Contracting Act (CICA) for the FA2816MATHWORKS contract opportunity. The BZ directorate of the Department of the Air Force requires the use of Matlab software, which is an enterprise standard based on its capabilities and compatibility with existing systems. The Matlab brand name is necessary to maintain the integrity of the overall secure communications network, prevent potential hardware failures, and ensure adequate support from BZ Secure Comm technicians and the manufacturer. The contract was awarded on 2024-07-08 to an unknown vendor for an unknown amount.