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This is a U.S. Coast Guard Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) for Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 12.102(a).

The requisition number is 6009-FH50. The Coast Guard (MRS) intends to purchase C-27J maintenance manuals and illustrated parts catalogs (IPC) on a sole source basis from Leonardo Spa, the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), located at Piazza Monte Grapp n. 4, 00195 Rome, Italy (UEI: A0170). The justification is based on two authorities: FAR 12.102(a) citing only one source reasonably available due to the specialized nature of the requirement, and FAR 5.201(c)(3) and FAR 11.204 citing brand-name applicability, as these manuals and catalogs are unique to the C-27J aircraft and essential for upkeep and repair operations. The rationale states that Leonardo Spa, as the OEM and holder of all technical data rights and specifications, is the only authorized source capable of providing these materials in compliance with Aircraft Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements and U.S. Coast Guard authorized engineering authority standards. Market research has determined that the technical data and rights are not available through other distributors and that purchasing from alternative sources would be economically impractical. The contracting officer selected market research as the fair and reasonable price determination method.