SS Justification_MATLAB0254_Redacted.pdf

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1. Description of Supplies/Services.

Part # DESCRITION QTY

COSMS MATLAB Complier 1 DMSMS Parallel Computing Toolbox 1 COSMS MATLAB Complier 1 MJSMS MATLAB Compiler SDK 1 COSMS MATLAB Complier 1 MJSMS MATLAB Compiler SDK 1

ML MATLAB 3

SL Simulink 1 ME MATLAB Coder 1 MG Mapping Toolbox 3 DM Parallel Computing Toolbox 1 SE SimEvents 1 CV Simulink Coverage 1 RQ Simulink Requirements 1 SZ Simulink Test 1 SF Stateflow 1 ST Statistics and Machine Learning Toolbox 1 ZC System Composer 1

The requested ☒ supplies ☐ services represent the minimum requirements of the government, which have been verified by the certifying technical and requirements personnel.

2. Regulatory Authority Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition.

FBO

☒ FAR 13.106-1(b)(i) Soliciting from a single source

□ FAR 13.106-1(b)(ii) Particular brand-name item

GSA

□ FAR 8.405-6(a)(i)(1)(A) An urgent and compelling need exists

□ FAR 8.405-6(a)(i)(1)(B) Only one source is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized

☒ BRAND NAME/SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION ( FBO)≤ SAT

□ LIMITED-SOURCES JUSTIFICATION (GSA)≤ SAT

□ JUSTIFICATION FOR AN EXCEPTION TO FAIR OPPORTUNITY (ID/IQ

TAKS ORDER/DELIVERY ORDER)≤ SAT

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This is a new requirement for adding Matlab License with network concurrent MATLAB licenses and software products/toolboxes to the Corona Classified RDT&E Network (CCRN). This software meets the current needs for assessment of large data sets coming from Navy combat systems which is not available from any other software. MATLAB software is used by PA department to read and interpret large data sets and allows users to plot, manipulate, edit, sort, and display it in various ways to create a unique output product that can be recreated by either the same user or another MATLAB user by utilizing a “scripts” functionality incorporated in MATLAB. MATLAB allows engineers both internal and external visitors to run time and cost saving simulations during Naval test events such as CSSQTs, DAWGs, and WSPRs. This will also allow the entire PA department to leverage existing work that CCRN have accomplished increasing the number of output products and efficiency of real time analysis for the Navy.

□ FAR 8.405-6(a)(i)(1)(C) In the interest of economy and efficiency, the new work is a logical follow-on to an original Federal Supply Schedule order provided that the original order was placed in accordance with the applicable Federal Supply Schedule ordering procedures (the original order or BPA must not have been previously issued under sole-source or limited-sources procedures).

□ FAR 8.405-6 (b) Items peculiar to one manufacturer (brand-name item) ID/IQ Task Order/Delivery Order (e.g. NASA SEWP or ARMY CHESS)

□ FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(A) The agency need for the supplies or services is so urgent that providing a fair opportunity would result in unacceptable delays.

□ FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B) Only one awardee is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services ordered are unique or highly specialized

□ FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(C) The order must be issued on a sole-source basis in the interest of economy and efficiency because it is a logical follow-on to an order already issued under the contract, provided that all awardees were given a fair opportunity to be considered for the original order. [When utilizing this exception, the rationale shall describe why the relationship between the initial order and the follow-on is logical (e.g., in terms of scope, period of performance, or value).]

□ FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(D) It is necessary to place an order to satisfy a minimum guarantee.

3. Rationale Justifying Use of Cited Regulatory Authority.

a.) ☒ The Items Described in Paragraph 1 Must Be Compatible In All Aspects

(Form, Fit And Function) With Existing Systems Presently Installed.

b.) ☒ A Patent, Copyright, or Proprietary Data Limits Competition.

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If MATLAB software is not purchased it would result in a delay of approximately twelve (12) months for PA department to reach the current operational capability of CCRN using MATLAB software. These delay would be used identify a similar product (1 months), modify the product with manufacturer for NSWC engineer/scientist’s needs (3 months), identify the users and necessary products/toolboxes and get ITPR approval (1 month), develop the Technical Data Package and submit it to Contracts (1 month), acceptance, solicitation, and award of the new contract (3 months), transfer all existing products to the new software and train all staff to the new product (6 months). During this 12-month duration, PA Department would be unable to meet the Sponsors’ requirements and would risk loss of support and funding to NSWC Corona.

c.) ☐ The Items Described in Paragraph 1 are “Direct Replacements”

Parts/Components for Existing Equipment.

d.) ☐ Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Supported By A Case Letter.

e.) ☐ Unusual and Compelling Urgency.

f.) ☐Other: If required, discuss any other rationale that supports the use of a brand name/sole source for this effort.

4. Implication of Procuring another Brand/Manufacturer.

a.) ☒ Unacceptable Delays in Fulfilling the Agency’s Requirements.

b.) ☐ Substantial Duplication Of Cost To The Government That Is Not Expected

To Be Recovered Through Competition.

c.) ☒ Other: If required, discuss any other implication of procuring another brand/manufacturer.

MathWorks is the sole manufacturer of MATLAB products and the sole provider of updates and technical support in North America. If this product were purchased from another vendor the Government would potentially not receive timely updates and product support needed to meet customer and sponsor requirements thus putting the mission at risk.

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5. Actions to Remove Barriers to Competition.

CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this justification and its supporting data/documentation, are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

APPROVALS

I certify that the Customer representations above have been verified, and are complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the processing of this brand name/sole-source justification precludes the use of full and open competition.

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR/SPECIALIST:

I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that completing this purchase as a brand name/sole source is in the best interest of the government.

CONTRACTING OFFICER:

Tan Mai, 0221 Phone No. Date

MathWorks is the sole manufacturer or MATLAB products and the sole provider of updates and technical support in North America. If this product were purchased from another vendor the Government would potentially not receive updates and product support needed to meet customer and sponsor requirements thus putting the mission at risk.

For the reasons set forth in Paragraph 4(a), NSWC Corona, Code PA021 has no plans at this time to compete future contracts for the types of supplies/services covered by this document. If another potential source emerges, NSWCCO will assess whether competition for future requirements is feasible

951-393-4963 7/22/20