REDCATED BNJ.pdf

This is a Brand Name Justification document for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) located at Code 024, 110 Vernon Ave., Panama City, FL 32407.

The contracting activity intends to award a firm fixed price contract for six specific drive items currently in use by the requiring project. The items required are: Swagelok Body-Quick Connect 0.5 CV 3/8 IN. (Qty. 15), Swagelok Stem Quick Connect 1/2 Double Shut-Off (Qty. 8), Swagelok SS Plug 3/8" (Qty. 15), Interpro Mask (Qty. 20), Rock-N-Sports Hose Regulator (Qty. 3), and Ocean Technology Systems Hose Swivel (Qty. 3). The total acquisition value will not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold of $350,000.00 and will be conducted using simplified acquisition procedures.

The justification asserts that these specific branded items are the only products that can meet the Government's technical requirements. The document states that alternate brands would require testing, validation, drawing updates, and sparing/logistics plan revisions, which would cause unacceptable delays to the project's ability to support the warfighter. The Contracting Officer has determined that the specified brands represent the best value considering price, special features, and administrative costs. The document indicates that no other facts or market research among schedule holders was necessary, as the listed brands are the sole options meeting the Government's needs.