SOLE SOURCE SAT MEMORANDUM_Redacted.pdf

MEMORANDUM FOR THE RECORD

Subj: USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION FOR AN

ACQUISITION UNDER THE SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD

I. BACKGROUND:

1. FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) states for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, Contracting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand-name or industrial mobilization).

2. As required by FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i), this memorandum explains the absence of competition for this acquisition, as only one source will be solicited for this requirement (or for a portion of the requirement) and the requirement is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

II. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM OR SERVICE:

Continued contracting with ensures shops are able to meet their need for Mil Spec Grade A and B water to support Refit and repair evolutions.

Current existing installed de-ionizing systems tanks and filters being exchanged are a sub-system of the installed system and are manufactured by the contractor, .

Using de-ionizing tanks and filters maintains the installed de-ionizing systems material integrity with exact form, fit, and function to ensure is able to continue providing

Refit and repair shops with “Grade A and B” water required for their testing requirements.

This requirement action is for a five (5) year IDIQ with a period of performance from date of award through five (5) years thereafter.

III. THE DETERMINATION FOR USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN

COMPETITION IS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:

A. _X_ ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE SOURCE:

1. _X_ EXCLUSIVE LICENSING AGREEMENTS. The item or service is only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or there is only one authorized distributor or technical representative for the OEM.

IAW FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. Only Resin Tanks, Carbon tanks and filters provides compatible size and fitment that meets the exact form, fit and function of the existing installed de-ionizing system.

IV. CERTIFICATIONS/APPROVALS:

A. Technical / Requirements Certification: I certify that the facts and representation under my cognizance which are included in this justification are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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Contracting Officer Certification: I certify that the facts and representation included in this justification are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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