Sole Source Justification_FDM Material Buy_30 June 2020 Approved.pdf
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This justification document approves a sole-source procurement of fused deposition modeling (FDM) materials from Stratasys, Inc. via distributor GoEngineer for the Air Force's 982nd Maintenance Squadron. The justification cites that Stratasys holds the patent and is the sole proprietor of the required FDM materials, which are needed to build training devices. Market research found no other authorized providers compatible with the unit's Fortus FDM 3D printer systems. Procuring non-approved materials could void the equipment's service contract and warranties. As the only supplier, using Stratasys materials removes barriers to timely acquisition while maintaining support for critical training assets. The estimated $52,000 contract value supports trainer development at the 982nd Maintenance Squadron.
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DDEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND
30 June 2020
MEMORANDUM FOR 82 CONS/PKAB
FROM: 982 MXS/CC
SUBJECT: Justification and Approval for Sole-Source Requirement (Ref: Stratasys Fused-deposition Modeling (FDM) Material Purchase via GoEngineer)
1. Description of the Supplies/Services: In accordance with agency objectives, the government has a need to procure FDM material to build training devices. Estimated cost is $52K and the requiring activity is the 982 MXS/LGMX Trainer Development Flight.
2. Efforts to Obtain Competition: Stratasys, Inc. is the sole patent holder and proprietor of this material.
Purchase orders need to be made directly with GoEngineer as they are the certified distributer for Stratasys, Inc.
3. Market Research: To preclude necessity for future sole source of the same supplies and services, market research was done to ensure availability of supplies and services are not limited to one company. Currently, no other known company is authorized to provide materials for our Fortus FDM systems.
4. Other Factors: Stratasys is the only provider for this material. Using unauthorized FDM material for our machines would void the service contract and remaining warrantees.
5. A Statement Of The Actions, If Any, The Agency May Take To Remove Or Overcome Any Barriers To Competition Before Making Subsequent Acquisitions For The Supplies Or Service Required: None.
DEVIN W. TABER, Maj , USAF Commander
1st Ind, 82 CONS/PKAB
MEMORANDUM FOR 82 CONS
The above justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
ANDRZEJ K. WOJCICKI, TS , USAF
Contracting Officer
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Date: 2020.06.30 15:33:46 -05'00'
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270650968 Date: 2020.07.14 16:02:47 -05'00'
CECILIA P. MURRAY
Chief, Base/Specialized Acquisition TeamApproved/Disapproved
1122913860C Cross-Out
| 2020-07-15T13:43:08-0500 | |
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