Sole_Source_Water_Softener_Contract - Redacted .pdf

This is a Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition) document for installing and maintaining water softeners at Pecos Trail for the Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFACS). The contracting activity involves the EST-CP210 Water softening machine and associated materials from Ecolab, with a Purchase Request/Local ID Number of F1L35M5268A001.

The justification stems from harsh water conditions causing water-based equipment to calcify and become inoperable. Ecolab has existing maintenance agreements with the DFACs for chemicals, cleaning supplies, and dishwashing materials. The 27th Special Operations Contracting Squadron (SOCONS) will conduct market research to assess alternative products if competitive options become available. The contracting officer has determined that only a single source is reasonably available, with the document dated April 2021 and the contracting officer's signature anticipated for 26-Sep-2025.