SSJ Amplifiers_Redacted.pdf

SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION FOR SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS

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Subj: SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION

1. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED SUPPLIES/SERVICES, ESTIMATED VALUE, AND

DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

The requires four (4) amplifiers from Instruments Inc.

to supplement shaker systems on the . is responsible for the development and installation of the , of which this amplifier is an integral part.

Sole Source:

Instruments Incorporated

Estimated cost is approximately $160000.

2. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR SOLE SOURCE BASED ON

CONTRACTOR’S UNIQUE QUALIFICATIONS OR NATURE OF THE ACQUISITION

These amplifiers are required for the full operation of the and requires close attention to power, electrical shielding, electromagnetic interference, and performance. The amplifiers must be form-fit-function replacements as they may be used for sparing on existing assets. The amplifiers are certified to be Grade B Shock requirement specifications for any object that has the potential to become a projectile. The amplifier has been endurance and stress tested in challenging conditions and meets performance requirements after long service times. The costs to purchase and certify an alternative brand would be approximately $150K - $200K.

The impact to the program to deviate from the existing, compatible amplifiers is well over the cost of procuring these commercially available units. Therefore, pursuant to FAR 6.302- 1(a)(2)(ii)(A), the amplifiers from Instruments, Inc. shall be solicited on a Sole Source basis since full and open competition would result in substantial duplication of costs not expected to be recovered through competition.

3. MARKET SURVEY

Through market research, it was determined that no other amplifier manufacturer currently meets the fit/function requirements as well as other military requirements. Instruments Inc. is the sole manufacturer, there are no resellers.

Historical pricing also factored in, based on contract , accounting for 3% inflation.

4. ADDITIONAL FACTS

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5. CUSTOMER SIGNATURE:

I certify that the statements and information provided above, are complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the processing of this sole source justification precludes the use of full and open competition.