SATPC0037763 Tab 10 BNJ_CO_Redacted.pdf
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- MXR-100HP20 X-Ray System Purchase Federal contract opportunity
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- 80NSSC25896970Q
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This is a Brand Name Justification form from NASA Shared Services Center recommending procurement of an MXR-100HP20 X-Ray System specifically from Gulmay Incorporated, with an estimated delivery timeframe of 6-8 weeks after receipt of order (ARO).
The justification cites compatibility with existing field requirements as the primary rationale, noting that using an alternative vendor would require developing new operating/emergency procedures, reassessing radiographic inspection techniques, and conducting comprehensive operator training - all of which would increase costs and potential downtime. The document emphasizes that the portable unit enables in-field missions and radiographic services for multiple clients. The justification warns that selecting a different vendor could delay testing programs and impact critical path milestones for multiple NASA programs. This appears to be a formal justification for limiting competition to only vendors who can provide the specified Gulmay Incorporated X-ray system model.
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| SATPC0037763 Tab 10 RFQ OM.pdf | ||
| SATPC0037763 Tab 04 4 SOW_Redacted.pdf |
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Page 1 V2.0 3-15-2017
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION
NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER
RECOMMENDATION AND DETERMINATION TO SOLICIT FROM ONE SOURCE
OR BRAND NAME
PICK ONE
Sole Source:
☐I recommend that NASA, NASA Shared Services Center negotiate with Vendor Name only for Enter Supply or Service to be procured. The total estimated cost of this effort is and the estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is Date.
OR
Brand Name Justification:
☒I recommend that NASA, NASA Shared Services Center negotiate only with vendors who can provide the subject band name from Gulmay Incorporated for MXR-100HP20 X-Ray System Purchase. The total estimated cost of this effort is and the estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is 6-8 weeks ARO.
This recommendation is for the acquisition of supplies or services determined to be reasonably available from only one source/only one manufacture. Competition is impractical for the following reasons (please answer the questions below):
1. What are the reasons for soliciting only the suggested source/suggested brand name? Please provide the unique characteristics of the items or services along with the supporting rationale and the market research performed to substantiate your reason for the suggested source/brand name.
The rationale for requesting only the specified brand name is due to its compatibility with our field requirements. Existing operating and emergency procedures are already in place for this equipment.
Acquiring an alternative machine would necessitate the development and review of new procedures by multiple organizations. Furthermore, well-established radiographic inspection techniques would need to be reassessed and tailored to accommodate the variable equipment. This transition would also require comprehensive training for all operators, resulting in increased costs and potential downtime for our customers. The unit is portable and enables us to complete in-field missions, facilitating radiographic services for multiple clients.
2. What is the impact to the government if another vendor/brand is used? Include any dollar, schedule, or compatibility impacts if possible.
Utilizing another vendor may result in delays for the necessary testing of various programs, which could subsequently affect potential milestones and the critical path essential for multiple programs at this time.
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