Single Source Justification.pdf

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

November 2018 Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Page 1 of 1

Section A: General Contract Information

Is this a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan? Yes No

Contracting Activity: 673 CONS, 10480 Sijian Ave, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), AK 99506

Project/Program Name: Reusable Energy Absorbent Layer & Reusable Skid Board Acquisition

Purchase Request / Local ID Number: F1W3LB5044A001

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options): $119,825.80

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

To enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of Container Delivery System (CDS) airdrop operations, the 773rd Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) requests the procurement of Reusable Energy Absorbent Layers (REAL) and Reusable Skid Boards (RUSB). These durable, non-expendable assets will replace current expendable materials, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing environmental impact.

Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source or Brand Name

The United States Air Force (USAF) Aerial Delivery manager has authorized the use of REAL and RUSB for CDS airdrop operations.

Procurement is limited to a single vendor, as stipulated in guidance issued on 10 January 2024 and 29 March 2024. Verification of vendor approval, confirmed via email correspondence with the USAF Aerial Delivery manager dated 26 February 2025, is documented in KTFS element 358.

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

Despite efforts to solicit competitive bids, no alternative sources were identified for this specific requirement. Furthermore, the USAF Aerial Delivery manager issued a Use Authorization Testing (UAT) directive, confirming that the designated REAL and RUSB systems are the only ones rigorously tested, approved, and authorized for procurement.

Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards

Engaging in proactive market research, including comprehensive market surveys and active industry engagement, will enable the Government to cultivate a more competitive landscape for this requirement. This approach fosters transparency and open communication, ensuring a fair and robust procurement process.

Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination

I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

Date

13-Feb-2025

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Hannah N. Tolbert, NH-III

Signature of Contracting Officer

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) November 2018 Page of Section A: General Contract Information Is this a Bridge Action as defined in the AF Bridge Action Reduction Plan?

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required Section C: Justification for Soliciting from a Single Source or Brand Name Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

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