Sole Source JA Redacted.pdf

This is a Department of the Air Force Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI) document approving a sole source acquisition valued under $10 million.

The contracting activity is Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), 35 CONS/PKB, located at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The justification approves restriction of competition for a sole source purchase of Motorola Bi-Directional Amplifier and accessories, including installation and integration. The required supplies include an active Bi-Directional Amplifier passive equipment, nine antennas with 30-minute backup power, and an external Yagi antenna for connection to IP2LMR. The purpose is to restore reliable portable radio coverage throughout the facility and allow personnel to operate on the installation's current trunked radio system. The statutory authority cited is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), which permits acquisition when only one responsible source exists and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

The rationale for sole source justification centers on the Misawa AB Land Mobile Radio (LMR) system's integration with the theater-wide Trunked Enterprise Land Mobile Radio (ELMR) system that supports U.S. DOD installations throughout Mainland Japan. The system requires Motorola brand components to ensure 100 percent interoperability and functionality. The J2KLMR network uses proprietary Motorola communications protocols critical for emergency responders and first responders. Switching to a different radio brand would necessitate purchasing new supporting equipment, attachments, and training, result in loss of serviceable inventory, and eliminate on-going maintenance support through 35 CS currently in place. The contracting officer is responsible for determining fair and reasonable pricing in accordance with FAR Subpart 15.4.