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JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

1. IDENTIFICATION OF AGENCY AND CONTRACTING ACTIVITY:

DLA Distribution-J7, 430 Mifflin Avenue, Suite 3102A, New Cumberland, PA 17070

2. NATURE/DESCRIPTION OF ACTION/CONTRACT TYPE (INCLUDING

ESTIMATED VALUE AND PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE):

This is a sole source action to be awarded as a new firm-fixed-price contract to Independent Rough Terrain Center for the refurbishment of four (4) Kalmar Rough Terrain Container Handlers (RTCHs).

3. DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES:

DLA Distribution has acquired 4 service excess RT240 RTCHs from United Stated Marine Corps (USMC) Storage at Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Yermo, CA. Prior to distributing the equipment to the field, DLA will contract to repair and rebuild the items at the OEM facilities in Cibolo, Texas in order to provide proper equipment to fielded forces that will perform as nearly-new equipment.

Refurbishment activities shall include the following equipment changes/upgrades:

Upgrade software, interior cab, and electronic hardware to maximum 56,000lbs (25,500kg) capacity for the entire vehicle providing increased operating performance

Install oil drain kit that follows environmentally friendly practices by reducing fluid spillage while servicing the hydraulic reservoir, transmission and engine

Install 95% UV reducing clear window application -Increasing capacity evaporator and condenser allowing greater cabin cooling power

Install Camera/sensor system with rear pedestrian sensor. Install LED lights on the vehicle (halogen main headlights)

Vehicle will be fully modernized to a RT240V4 Commercial standard, minimizing impact of known obsolescence issues and allowing extended service life

After refurbishment, these RTCHs will be shipped to DLA Distribution San Joaquin, CA and DLA Distribution Susquehanna, PA for use by the DLA Distribution Expeditionary Team in support of contingency Distribution Operations.

4. IDENTIFICATION OF STATUTORY AUTHORITY:

10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), Only One Responsible Source/a Limited Number of Responsible Sources and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements

This J&A satisfies the requierments of FAR Subpart 13.501(a)(1)(ii). This sole source justifications utilizes the format at 6.303-2, modified to reflect that the procedures in FAR subpart 13.5 are being used in accordance with 41 U.S.C..

5. DEMONSTRATION OF CONTRACTOR'S UNIQUE QUALIFICATIONS:

This RTCH is the only Air Transportable asset capable of handling 20’ or 40’ containers that DLA Distribution is required to move. The fully mission capable RTCH is critical to the DLA Distribution Expeditionaty team’s ability to complete its missions, train DLA employees prior to deployment, and support other operations. The software program, hydraulic system, and the system’s power train are unique to Kalmar RT Center and specifically designed for the Kalmar RT-240 with no alternate means to repair or refurbish the RT-240. Attempting to acquire a refurbishment from other than Kalmar RT Center, from potential firms without in-depth knowledge of the unique systems and training in its maintenance, presents safety risks to the Government that are unacceptable. Therefore, DLA Distribution determined that the refurbishment requirements are such that only the OEM can provide the needed materials and labor to perform the requirements. Kalmar RT Center is the OEM. In the last year, Kalmar sold the equipment repair operation, which has been rebranded as the Independent Rough Terrain Center. This company is the sole repair facility with the capability to provide the OEM equipment to perform the required refurbishment.

The cost of purchasing four new RTCHs would be at least four times the cost of refurbishing these RTCHs to near new condition.

6. SYNOPSIS ANNOUNCEMENT/POTENTIAL SOURCES:

A synopsis of this requirement shall be posted on FBO.

Additionally, the J&A will be made available in accordance with FAR 13.501(a)(1)(iii).

7. DETERMINATION OF FAIR AND REASONABLE COST:

Price analysis techniques will be used to determine the fair and reasonableness of the prices prior to contract(s) award.

8. DESCRIPTION OF MARKET RESEARCH:

In addition to the J&A for this action being publicized, the Contracting Officer utilized suitable search methods to try to identify additional sources. Potential dealers are evident, but are not believed to be viable sources for the unique needs required (restoration/refurbishment with OEM equipment). Therefore, no other sources for the specific capabilities required under this action are known to exist.

9. OTHER SUPPORTING FACTS:

Should any indication of legitimate competition surface, it will be fully evaluated for such possibilities as not proceeding past the base year of the maintenance coverage without attempting an additional (competitive) action.

10. LISTING OF INTERESTED SOURCES:

None.

11. ACTIONS TAKEN TO REMOVE BARRIERS TO COMPETITION:

This is anticipated to be a one-time action to refurbish RTCHs owned by the Marine Corps and turned over to DLA. More fully being able to overcome barriers in this case would involve completely different, cost-prohibitive approach , such as use of completely different equipment or the purchase of brand new equipment to move the large containers to meet Distribution Requriements. The cost of refurbishment of these RTCHs is anticipated to be 25% of the cost of brand-new units.

12. STATEMENT OF DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS:

Two units shall be delivered to Defense Distribution San Joaquin (DDJC) and two units shall be delivered to Defense Distribution Susquehanna (DDSP).

Repairs shall be completed by 30 September 2019.

13. TOTAL ESTIMATED DOLLAR VALUE OF THE ACQUISITION(S) COVERED BY

THIS J&A.

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J&A ENDORSEMENT

TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance which are included in this justification and its supporting acquisition plan which form a basis for this justification are complete and accurate.

Technical Cognizance:

(Requirements originator)

CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION (Note: Pursuant to FAR 13.501(a)(2)(i), this certification also serves as approval of J&A’s not exceeding $700,000.)

I certify that this justification, including its supporting acquisition plan is accurate and complete

LEGAL REVIEW

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APPROVAL OF THE JUSTIFICATION – FAR 13.501(a)(2)(ii)

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