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I. Contracting Activity.

48th Contracting Squadron (CONS) Bldg 977, Boston Drive RAF Lakenheath, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 9PN

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

The 100 LRS is requesting Ten (10) EA Toolboxes manufactured and distributed by SNAP-ON brands or authorized reseller.

The Government is contemplating a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order for this requirement. This will be a new contract.

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

The contractor must provide 10 EA toolboxes to Building 610 on RAF Mildenhall with Brand name or equal to SNAP-ON 54” 13-Drawer Double-Bank Masters Series Roll Cab or equal compliance is met with the following characteristics:

1. Tools are pre-etched with provided unit designators/ID numbers

2. Precut foam inside the toolbox to aid in tool accountability (Required per AFI 24-203 para 5.25.15)

3. Minimum of 13 drawers

4. Overall dimensions of 54 inch Width, 45 ¾ inch Height, 29 inch Depth

5. Hardwood top for maintenance

6. Made of durable metal

7. Shall be red or blue in color

8. Internal locking system aligning vertically with all drawers to keep from opening when unit is moved

9. Mounted on mobile wheels with locking mechanism

10. Heavy duty to support the weight estimate of the quoted tools

11. Contractor will provide tools and build each kit as outlined in the attached spreadsheet

12. Tools will have a lifetime warranty with free replacement when broken or damaged

13. All products and accessories shall be free from manufacturing defects

14. Support from supplier who has the ability to obtain unescorted base access

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

DAFFARS 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).

Vehicle Management has 30 individual toolboxes assigned. Current inventory is a mix of various brands and models hindering standardization and overall management of the tool program. Many tools wear out, get damaged, and break. Replacing tools overtime is critical to ensure mission sustainment. Snap-On is able to provide the proper

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

Initial market research was conducted IAW FAR Part 10 revealed numerous companies capable of supplying SNAP-ON products. These were US and Local companies and some provided quotes on SNAP-ON products showing that they can deliver the requirements to RAF Mildenhall. Additionally, our office has procured similar SNAP-ON requirements in the past which resulted in competitive acquisitions.

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

The Contracting Officer has determined that the anticipated cost to the Government will result in a fair and reasonable price as a result of competition between at least two vendors. Beyond that, and Independent Government Estimate (IGE) was generated to provide a basis for fair and reasonable pricing.

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

Numerous vendors found via Internet market searches locally and in the United States. All vendors have shown that they can deliver the requirement to RAF Lakenheath.

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

None

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

SNAP-ON

HardwareNow Hillside Office Supplies Limited KCP Car and Commercial LTD Paintworld

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.

Sources Soughts will be posted on the GPE for future toolboxes requirements to see the capability to provide the requirement to the Government.

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)

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