TC Comm Brand Name Justification_Redacted.pdf

Single Source Justification (Simplified Acquisition)

FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

November 2018 FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY Page 2 of 2 fulfilling this requirement. The required TC8000 series fiber transport equipment has been chosen to provide standardization for USAF bases requiring fiber optic interface equipment for ATCALS. This equipment has been proven to satisfy Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and government standards for Air Traffic Control. It is in the best interest of the government to purchase the requested by brand items to ensure continued mission support. There is reasonable expectation of competitive quotes to be received from the manufacturer along with resellers of the required products.

Section E: Steps to Preclude Future Single Source or Brand Name Awards

The HQ Air Force Flight Standards Agency (AFFSA) states that TC Communications is the only manufacturer of the required product. There are multiple small business vendors that can fulfill this requirement. Market research will be conducted to determine if any alternative fiber transport equipment will be authorized for use.

Section F: Contracting Officer's Determination

I have determined, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), that the circumstances of this contract action deem only a single source is reasonably available.

Date

09-Sep-2020

Typed Name and Rank/Grade of Contracting Officer

Matthew S. Lahr, GS-13

Signature of Contracting Officer

LAHR.MATTHEW.STEPHEN.1

459054746

Digitally signed by

LAHR.MATTHEW.STEPHEN.1459054746

Date: 2020.09.09 08:06:02 -05'00'