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JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE (SAP <$150k) Ref: FAR 13.106 and NAVSUP 4200.85D Chapter 5 Para. 2.b.(5)

The service or material listed on (Document number) __6028-7903___ is sole source and competition must be restricted to one source, or to only one brand name for reasons indicated below. There are no substitutes available for this material.

Restricted to the following source or brand name. Provide original manufacturer's name.

(If a sole source manufacturer distributes via dealers, ALSO provide dealer information.)

Manufacturer: _____ _______________________________________________________ Manufacturer POC & Phone Nr. ___ 1-888-364-3577_______________

Mfr. Address_______3M Corporate Headquarters, 3M Center St. Paul, MN 55144-1000______ Manufacturers Dealer/Rep: PLUSSTAR, INC._____________ Dealer/Rep Address/Phone Number_2650 Nova Drive Dallas, Texas 75229__1-_877-389-

6637_______

__X__ Description of the item or service required, the estimated cost, and required delivery date.

____PRESSURE SENSITIVE TAPE, 2" WD X 60 YD LG, COLOR WHITE, TEMP RANGE -65 TO 450 DEG F GLASS OVERALL & COTTEN, COLD, HEAT & SOLVENT RESISTANT. PART NUMBER:361 (2 IN. ROLLS) (EA ROLL MUST BE MARKED W/MFR & PART#) Any other substitute must be approved by C/106 for use in hot work areas. Required Delivery Date: 03-25-2026___________

__X__ Specific characteristics of the material or service that limit the availability to a sole source or particular brand name (unique features, function of the item, etc.).

Describe in detail why only this suggested source can furnish the requirements to the exclusion of other sources.

__Tape is coated with a silicone adhesive for many applications requiring high temperature resistance, high adhesion and a very strong, abrasion- resistant backing. Can withstand intermittent temperatures up to 550°F (288°C) or higher, depending upon the type and duration of the heat source. Adhesion to Steel:38 oz./in. width. Tensile Strength:

146 lbs./in. width. Elongation at Break:9%. Backing Thickness:5.0 mils. Total Tape Thickness: 6.4 mils. Temperature Use Range: -65° to 450°F (-54° to 232°C) Each roll is marked with MFR & PART number for reference. This tape is the only one approved for use with HOTWORK in PSNS and approved by C/106 for use. __________________

_X_ The requested material or service represents the minimum requirements of the government

CHECK & FILL IN ALL APPLICABLE BLANKS BELOW

____The material/service must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit and function) with existing systems presently installed. Just Describe the equipment you have now and how the new item/service must coordinate, connect, or interface with the existing system.

__X__A patent, copyright, or proprietary data limits competition. The proprietary data is:

___Tape is coated with a silicone adhesive for many applications requiring high temperature resistance, high adhesion and a very strong, abrasion- resistant backing. Can withstand intermittent temperatures up to 550°F (288°C) or higher, depending upon the type and duration of the heat source. Adhesion to Steel:38 oz./in. width. Tensile Strength:

146 lbs./in. width. Elongation at Break:9%. Backing Thickness:5.0 mils. Total Tape Thickness: 6.4 mils. Temperature Use Range: -65° to 450°F (-54° to 232°C) Each roll is marked with MFR & PART number for reference__________________________________________________________________________________ for existing brand name equipment.

____Other information to support a sole-source buy:

I CERTIFY THAT STATEMENTS CHECKED, AND INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE, ARE COMPLETE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND DO NOT CONTAIN CLASSIFIED INFORMATION. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE PROCESSING OF THIS SOLE-SOURCE JUSTIFICATION PRECLUDES THE USE OF FULL AND OPEN

COMPETITION.

Contracting Officer Signature________________________________ Date__________________

FISCPS 4200/180 (Rev. 10/1/10)