Sole Source Letter - 82 CONS CE Services Furniture.pdf

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

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Section A: General Contract Information

Contracting Activity: 82d Contracting Squadron

Project/Program Name: 82 CONS CE Services Furniture

Purchase Request/Identification Number: F3V3LA5167AW03

Estimated Contract Cost (including Options): $22,929.00

Section B: Description of the Supplies/Services Required

82 CONS has a requirement for additional standup desks and conference tables to expand their collaboration initiative and communication-centric office environment. This requirement replaces existing debilitated office furniture located within the CE Services office and converts the room to an open format work center allowing for open lines of communication. This acquisition contributes to the Squadron's office of the future vision by enabling increased collaboration, at hoc / just in time training in a more open environment. Included in this requirement are 80"x30" L-Shaped electric sit-stand desk with height-memory functionality, wire management kits, modesty and privacy panels to reduce acoustic noise, attached drawers and corresponding cabinets for storage, and monitor arms to maximize desk space. It also includes an adjustable height 72"x30" conference table that is on casters to provide for maximum flexibility of the workspace and collaboration. It has been determined that UPLIFT Desk is the only vendor capable of providing these types of items with this level of warranty, options, quality, included extras, and ability to fit in the current space available.

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

82 CONS has a requirement for additional stand-up desks and conference table for the CE Services offices to expand the vision of converting the squadron to a collaborative workspace. Included in this requirement are 80"x30" L-Shaped electric sit-stand desk with height-memory functionality, wire management kits, modesty and privacy panels to reduce acoustic noise, attached drawers and corresponding cabinets for storage, and monitor arms to maximize desk space. It also includes an adjustable height 72"x30" conference table that is on casters to provide for maximum flexibility of the workspace and collaboration. It has been determined that UPLIFT Desk is the only vendor capable of providing these types of items with this level of warranty, options, quality, included extras, and ability to fit in the current space available. UPLIFT Desk's services include installation and removal of the existing furniture as well as complimentary design services to help establish floor plans and room layouts. Their desks carry a 7 year warranty for the frames, mechanisms, and electronics, a 5 year warranty for monitor arms, privacy/modesty panels, and 1 year warranties for the wire management kits and grommets. The desks can be fully customized based on the needs of the user including the addition of attached modesty and privacy panels, grommets, and storage. Each desk includes organization kits and anti-fatigue mats complimentary. Since UPLIFT Desk is based in Austin, TX shipping costs are minimized and service or warranty calls are more easily dispatched due to proximity to SAFB.

Section D: Efforts to Obtain Competition

Market research was conducted for these types of desks when 82 CONS purchased our initial test set in 2019 and again for this requirement. At the moment, other vendors are not able to match the previously mentioned capabilities.

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

In future acquisitions additional market research will be conducted to explore changes in market conditions and investigate additional options or other products that are compatible with this existing furniture.

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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

14-Jul-2025

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

SHYVONNE M. YARBROUGH, GS-12

Signature of Contracting Officer

Date

15-Jul-2025

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Approving Official

KYLE J. CONTRERAS, GS-13

Signature of Approving Official

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