Armag JOFOC 001900.pdf

FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

FINANCE DIVISION | PROCUREMENT SECTION

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN

COMPETITION

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FAR 6.302-1, “ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE SOURCE AND NO OTHER SUPPLIES OR SERVICES WILL

SATISFY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS”

(Simplified Acquisition <$250K)

Requisition Number: SHOP-PR-24-001900

Date: 24 April 2024

Estimated Contract Dollar Value: _____________

1. Identification of the agency and the contracting activity.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Procurement Section (PS), National Acquisition Programs Unit (NAPU) has prepared this justification for other than full and open competition on behalf of the Laboratory Division (LD), Terrorist Explosive Device Analytical Center (TEDAC) Section, TEDAC Improvised Explosives Detection and Synthesis Center (TIEDS) Unit.

2. Nature and/or description of the action being approved.

In accordance with a statutory exception to the fair opportunity process, the FBI contemplates the award of a one-time, sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to the Armag Corporation, [CAGE Code 7W877], 300 Armag Drive, Bardstown, Kentucky, 40004-2041 for two (2) custom manufactured, mobile armored magazines designed to protect highspeed camera equipment and the associated computer assets during live explosive operations on the FBI’s Explosive Range Complex, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, 35898.

3. A complete description of the supplies and/or services required to meet the agency’s needs. Provide the estimated total value to complete the work (including any options, if any).

The requirement is for two (2) armored magazines for use at the TIEDS Center’s explosive range complex. These magazines will house high-speed camera equipment and will provide an immediate positive impact to the day-to-day explosive operations and will allow the TIEDS Center to capture robust images and high-speed videography that will support research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E), and emerging threat requests without putting the expensive and high-quality camera equipment at risk.

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• The armored magazine shall weight less than 9,000 pounds each, be elevated six inches off the ground, and be manufactured with ¼ inch steel.

• The interior height shall be seventy-eight inches. The interior floor dimensions shall be seventy-eight (78) inches x 72 inches.

• The magazines shall include rear upper ventilation ports; (6-inch port for the AC unit hookup, a 3-inch drainpipe, four 20A standard plugs, and a circuit breaker).

• The magazine shall include a non-bulb LED lighting fixture, light switch, and interior double-wide electrical track.

• The magazines shall include three (3) window ports arranged in a straight line on the front wall. The window ports shall be fifty inches from the exterior ground.

• Each window port shall accommodate 12-inch x 12-inch x 2 ½ inch ballistic glass and include a metal cover to protect the glass when not in use. The ballistic glass must be secured to the shelter and the window ports must allow for the replacement of ballistic glass.

• The magazine shall include an out-swinging door on the back wall that is securable with a single locking hasp. The door shall include handles on both the inside and the outside of the door.

• The magazine shall include 14-inch x 6-inch two-way fork truck pockets.

4. Identification of the exception to fair opportunity and the supporting rationale, including a demonstration that the proposed contractor’s unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the exception cited.

For purposes of this acquisition, the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is delineated at 41 U.S.C. 3304 (a) (1) and implemented at FAR Part 6.302-1, “Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.”

5. A demonstration that the proposed contractor’s unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the authority cited.

The Armag Corporation specializes in designing and manufacturing highly secure, custom, and modular magazines. The Armag Corporation was awarded Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), Contract Number 47QSWA22D002S by the General Services Administration (GSA) January 2022.

The current option period end date is January 30th, 2027. The primary NAICS Code is 332311, Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing.

The Armag Corporation is the only supplier that designs, manufactures, and delivers custom armored magazines for the Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Federal Government, and

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The TIEDS Center explosive range complex is located on the Redstone Arsenal, which is a U.S.

Army base. The FBI’s Explosives Safety Site Plan (ESSP) must meet U.S. Army Regulations.

Through the host – tenant agreement, all DoD tenants and non-DoD tenants must comply with all applicable laws and DoD policies relating to environment, safety, and occupational health requirements. The DoD’s Explosives Safety Board reviews and approves amended and updated explosive safety plans.

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 FAR Subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies.

The FBI will publicize the notice of intent to award a sole-source contract on the SAM.gov website. This announcement will give an opportunity for other vendors to demonstrate their ability to meet the FBI’s specific needs through a submission of technical capabilities and cost information.

7. A determination by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

Before awarding a contract, the Contracting Officer will perform a determination of price reasonableness in accordance with FAR 13.106-3.

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

Market research was conducted using commercial manufacturer websites; technical calls with presentations; and internal requirement meetings between the FBI’s TIEDS Unit Chief (UC), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology (S&T) Portfolio Manager, and the Project Manager.

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

See section 5 above.

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

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A synopsis will be posted on the SAM.gov website. This synopsis will give an opportunity for other vendors to demonstrate their ability to meet the FBI’s specific needs through a submission of technical capabilities and cost information.

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 available through industry shows and technology releases in the form of papers and journals on subsequent acquisitions.

Reviews and Approvals (Not exceeding $750,000.00)

Requestor:

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this justification, and which form a basis for this justification, are complete and accurate.

Date Program Analyst TEDAC Section Redstone Arsenal, Alabama

Contracting Officer:

I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Bryan Lane Date bvlane@fbi.gov National Acquisition Programs Unit Quantico, Virginia mailto:bvlane@fbi.gov