Redacted JA Satisloh Equipment.pdf

VHAPM Part 806.3 Other Than Full and Open Competition (OFOC) SOP Attachment 5: Request for Sole Source Justification Format >SAT

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STEP program as ordered by the OFL. Satisloh will remove existing unit, uncrate new equipment and install new unit. Satisloh will return old unit to Satisloh for trade-in values to be applied. Satisloh will commission new unit. Unit will be fully operational, communicating with existing LMS system, and OFL staff trained before Satisloh technicians leave the facility.

Satisloh requires use of OEM parts and consumables to support all of its technologies and has provided a letter stating such. Satisloh is also the sole supporting center for all OEM parts and does not use 3rd party distribution. This will be sole sourced to the manufacturer, Satisloh.

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Other than Full and Open Competition:

(X) (1) Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements per 41 USC §3304(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1;

( ) (2) Unusual and Compelling Urgency per 41 USC §3304(a)(2) as implemented by FAR 6.302-2;

( ) (3) Industrial Mobilization, Engineering, Developmental or Research Capability or Expert Services per 41 USC §3304(a)(3) as implemented by FAR 6.302-3;

( ) (4) International Agreement per 41 USC §3304(a)(4) as implemented by FAR 6.302-4 ( ) (5) Authorized or Required by Statute per 41 USC §3304(a)(5) as implemented by FAR 6.302-5;

( ) (6) National Security per 41 USC §3304(a)(6) as implemented by FAR 6.302-6;

( ) (7) Public Interest per 41 USC §3304(a)(7) as implemented by FAR 6.302-7;

5. Demonstration that the Contractor’s Unique Qualifications or Nature of the Acquisition Requires the Use of the Authority Cited Above (applicability of authority):

Satisloh North America, Inc. (Satisloh) is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of the automated Surfacing, Finishing, and Coating Lab equipment. Satisloh is an original OEM for consumables used in the manufacturing of eyeglasses. Satisloh field service engineers directly service the above listed equipment. Satisloh does not provide the most updated OEM training to any individuals outside of Satisloh employees. Parts required for repairs are proprietary; no authorized, third-party distributor provides OEM parts. Further, Satisloh has access to technology and software upgrades required to keep equipment fully functional and to meet all applicable standards, including cybersecurity requirements. Only Satisloh North America, Inc. can provide software licensing, warranty, and service associated with the Satisloh equipment, in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions.

6. Description of Efforts Made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as deemed practicable:

No additional sources have been sought due to the proprietary nature of this requirement.

7. Determination by the CO that the Anticipated Cost to the Government will be Fair and Reasonable:

The Contracting Officer shall determine the anticipated cost to the Government of the supplies/services covered by this Justification and Approval will be fair and reasonable by conducting a price analysis before an award is made. In addition, the vendor has provided discounts detailed above.

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8. Description of the Market Research Conducted and the Results, or a Statement of the Reasons Market Research Was Not Conducted:

Market research was conducted in June 2023. Satisloh North America, Inc. maintains proprietary control over parts and equipment it manufactures, therefore this will be sole sourced to Satisloh.

9. Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other than Full and Open Competition:

None

10. Listing of Sources that Expressed, in Writing, an Interest in the Acquisition:

None

11. 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:

Future requirements will be synopsized in accordance with FAR 5.203.

12. Requirements Certification: I certify that the requirement outlined in this justification is a Bona Fide Need of the Department of Veterans Affairs and that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Date

Supervisory Supply Management Specialist

V20 OFL

13. Approvals in accordance with the VHAPM Part 806.3 OFOC SOP:

a. Contracting Officer or Designee’s Certification (required): I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Contracting Officer

NCO20

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b. One Level Above the Contracting Officer (Required over SAT but not exceeding $750K): I certify the justification meets requirements for other than full and open competition.

Date

NCO20 Branch Chief

WSNC