Sole Source Justification and Approval_Angel Armor.pdf

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL

Angel Armor

SUBJECT: (F9T3021180AW01)

Justification and Approval to Purchase: Angel Armor Ballistic Plates

ABSTRACT: IAW: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c) (1) and 41 U.S.C. 3304(b) (1) -. The Government refers to alleging in accordance with FAR 6.302-1 that there is “Only one brand name specific and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements in order to meet the agency’s standardization program.” The required written justification and approvals are as follows:

1. CONTRACTING AGENCY - The contracting agency responsible for this action is the 137th

ARW, Oklahoma Air National Guard Base Contracting Office, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

2. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT – Product number AngArm-00233; AngArm-00235 Lightweight ballistic plates for use by MC-12W Aircrews. This purchase is in addition to another purchase of plate carriers that will fit with these specific part numbers.

3. DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES BRAND NAME SPECIFICATION

REQUIREMENT Product number AngArm-00233; AngArm-00235 Lightweight modular ballistic plates for use by MC-12W Aircrews. This purchase is in addition to another purchase of plate carriers that will fit with these specific part numbers. The Truth SNAP plates are the only patent-pending modular plate system available on the market with dual strike faces, an ultra-lightweight design and multi-hit capability. Angel Armor is the only manufacturer that offers the features found in the Truth 855 plates, specifically the modular system and the magnetic snap technology. The back plates in the modular system are neutrally buoyant. Truth CSF (Ceramic Strike Face) plate provides scalable protection against handgun, rifle, stab and special threats in a lightweight, modular design. Plate system allows for scalability allowing the wearer to armor up or down depending on the threat. The full system offers protection against specialized threats including M855 green tip and SS109 rounds. Plate system is 1.1” thick, featuring radiused edges to reduce uniform ‘printing’. The 9x11 shooters cut system is 3.71lbs and the 10x12 shooters cut system is 4.61lbs. The overall weight savings per aircrew member is 20lbs. Developed and tested IAW currently listed NIJ Standard 0101.07.

4. Impact if action is not completed using Angel Armor restriction: Reduced mobility and functionality for aircrew ergonomics. Decreased mission capability due to extra weight required by current plate carrier and plate options. Increased aircrew fatigue due to heavier weight and restricted movement with current body armor configuration.

5. AUTHORITY CITED – FAR 6.302-1 “Only one brand name specific and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements in order to meet the agency’s standardization program.”

6. REASON FOR AUTHORITY CITED: In the past five years there has been massive improvements in technology and equipment. This vendors now provide a better quality competitive option for use. This brand is the only brand that meets the stated requirements for mission effectiveness.

7. OTHER FACTORS – N/A

8. Known Vendors – Darbonnier Tactical Supply, LLC

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATION - “I certify that the supporting data under my cognizance are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief."

Requiring Activity Signature:

REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION - “I certify that the supporting data under my cognizance which are included in the J & A are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.”

Requiring Activity Supervisor Signature

To be completed by the CONTRACTING OFFICE:

9. EFFORTS TO OBTAIN COMPETITION – EXAMPLE: Known vendors who carry this Brand Name.

10. ACTIONS TO INCREASE COMPETITION – Due to brand name requirements as referenced, fair opportunity solicitation has been given for brand name item requirements.

11. MARKET RESEARCH – EXAMPLE: attached

12. INTERESTED SOURCES –EXAMPLE:.

Jose A. Hernandez-Chapa, Capt, USAF

185 SOS/RA

Sharla M. Gilmore, Maj, USAF

137 SOG/CCE

FAIR AND REASONABLE COST DETERMINATION – “I hereby determine that the anticipated cost for this contract action will be fair and reasonable.”

PROCURING CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION – “I certify that this J & A is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.”

APPROVAL

Based on the forgoing justification, I hereby approve the purchase of this item on an other than full and open competition basis pursuant to the authority of 10 USC 2304(c) (1), subject to availability of funds, and provided that the services and property herein described have otherwise been authorized for purchase.

(IF APPLICABLE IN $ VALUE)

Supervisory Contract Specialist Signature

JFHQ- OK – P&C Office

Supervisory Contract Specialist

Contracting Officer