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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN

COMPETITION

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE

AUTHORITY 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1)

Requisition Number: DJF-19-0700-PR-0001423

Date: January 24, 2019 Estimated Contract Dollar Value:

1. Identification of the agency and contracting activity.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Science and Technology Acquisition Unit (STAU), has prepared this justification for other than full and open competition to acquire brand name only Rainin pipette tips on behalf of the Federal DNA Database Unit (FDDU), the DNA Casework Unit (DCU), the DNA Support Unit (DSU), the Counterterrorism and Forensic Science Research Unit (CFSRU), and the Terrorist Explosive Device Analytical Center (TEDAC), Laboratory Division.

2. The nature and/or description of the action being approved, i.e., sole source, limited competition, establishment of a new source, etc.

The proposed action is to acquire Mettler-Toledo Rainin pipette tips. This procurement will be advertised on the Federal Business Opportunities website as a brand name only, open market requirement. Authorized resellers of Mettler-Toledo Rainin products will be encouraged to submit a competitive quotation. The resultant contract is intended to be awarded as a firm-fixed price, single award, Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with a thirty-six (36) month ordering period.

3. A description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency’s needs.

The FDDU, CFSRU, TEDAC, DSU, and DCU requires the award of a BPA to acquire Rainin pipette tips for the processing of various types of samples submitted to the FBI Laboratory.

The Rainin pipette tips requested shall be available in the following sizes: 20ul, 200ul, 300ul, 1000ul, 2000ul, and 3000ul. The pipette tips shall also be aerosol resistant. The anticipated Period of Performance (POP) for this BPA shall be thirty-six (36) months from date of award.

4. The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition.

The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) (or 10 USC 2304(c)(1)) as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart

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6.302-1 entitled, “Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.” – Application for Brand Name.

5. Demonstrate the unique qualifications of the proposed contractor or the nature of the action requiring the use of the authority.

The FBI’s FDDU, CFSRU, TEDAC, DSU, and DCU currently utilize Rainin brand pipette tips for the processing of database samples, case samples, missing person samples, and research and validation studies. Rainin pipette tips provide the best precision, accuracy, and physical performance. Due to the technical nature of these products, only the brand name Rainin pipette tips are authorized for use by the FBI. The procurement of the requested pipette tips will allow for continued efficient functionality of the pipettes currently in use by the FBI’s Laboratory Division.

6. A description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by Subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies.

This requirement will be posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website (www.fbo.gov), as a brand name only, open market requirement. This announcement will give an opportunity for authorized resellers of Mettler-Toledo Rainin products to demonstrate their ability to meet the FBI’s specific needs through a submission their technical capabilities and cost information.

7. The anticipated dollar value of the proposed acquisition, including options if applicable, and a determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

Prior to issuing an award, the Contracting Officer will determine that the proposed price is fair and reasonable in accordance with FAR 13.106-3.

8. A description of the market research conducted and the results.

Significant research efforts conducted by the FBI’s Laboratory Division include discussions with vendors, internet research, and surveying available products at tradeshows. This market research revealed that the requested Rainin pipettes are the only products available that meets the specific requirements of the FBI.

9. Any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition.

Please see section five (5) above.

10. A listing of any sources that expressed a written interest in the acquisition.

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11. A statement of any actions the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition, if subsequent acquisitions are anticipated.

The FBI will continue to conduct market surveys and research to ensure the agency has all relevant information necessary to make informed decisions regarding future acquisitions. Full and open competition will be utilized to the fullest extent possible for any future related requirements.