single_source_justification (CO signed)_Redacted.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) document for the 766th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron. The procurement involves the 647 LRS Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer and Reusable Universal Skid Board project, with an estimated contract cost that has been redacted. The supplies are required to enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of Container Delivery System (CDS) airdrop operations, replacing current expandable materials with durable, non-expandable assets that will optimize resource allocation and minimize environmental impact.

The justification is based on USAF Aerial Delivery manager authorization limiting procurement to a single vendor for obtaining supporting documentation for Unit Assembly Training (UAT) loads within USAF operations. This authorization stems from guidance issued on January 10, 2024, and March 29, 2024, with vendor contact occurring on July 15, 2025, and confirmation documented in KTFS. The contracting officer has determined under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) that only a single source is reasonably available after extensive market research failed to identify alternative sources. The document was signed by Jordan E. Namba, CIV, DAF, 766 ESS/PKJ Contracting Officer on July 23, 2025. The government commits to conducting strategic market research for future acquisitions to foster more competitive procurement processes.