Brand Name Justification_Axial Radial Bearing signed.pdf

JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE

SMALL PURCHASE ACTION

1.

Competition not feasible and practicable for the following reasons:

Supply: Only known source to provide direct replacement parts that will interface and be compatible with existing equipment.

Service: Only known source with the schematics, drawings, and technical knowledge to repair equipment to its original functioning capacity.

Original Equipment Manufacturer:

This acquisition will be negotiated on a noncompetitive basis with

Restricted to one source by Source Controlled Drawing.

Contractor has proprietary rights to software/hardware. Only source to provide enhancements, upgrades, and technical support.

Complete drawings, specifications and technical data are not available.

The acquisition must be effected by this contractor's part number.

Other

By soliciting available distributors with an estimated cost of:

In compliance with FAR 13.106-1(b), I have reviewed the proposed acquisition of

By negotiating on a noncompetitive basis with

This acquisition will be on a brand name only basis (supporting documentation is attached).

The procurement will be accomplished:

2. On the basis of the facts above which are supported in the file, I have determined that it is impractical to obtain competition for this acquisition.

CONTRACTING OFFICER SIGNATURE DATE LEGAL REVIEW WAIVED

(As of 5 May 2025 TPP Revision)

16 June 2025

Brand Name Justification

INA (Schaeffler) YRTCMA460-XL Axial-Radial Cylindrical Roller Bearings Integrated Absolute Angular Position Measurement System

Benet Laboratories has a requirement for two (2) INA (Schaeffler) YRTCMA460-XL Axial-Radial Cylindrical Roller Bearings with a Fully Integrated Absolute Angular Position Measurement System. This bearing must meet the design specifications, fit, form, and function described in the design criteria for the Profile Verification Process Redevelopment (PVP-R) Project’s machine design. The design criteria are further defined in the published SOW. INA is a brand of the Schaeffler Group and offers industrial products such as rolling bearings, plain bearings, linear guidance systems, maintenance products, and engine components. INA offers a roller bearing that meets the specifications and requirements of the design by offering a fully integrated angular position measurement system, to include the measuring sensor head and cable. Other manufacturers, SKF Inc., have been identified to offer a bearing that meets performance specifications, but does not manufacture nor provide the measurement sensor or cable. The sensor head, cable, and additional accessories for mounting would need to be procured from a third party, such as Heidenhain or Renishaw. These additional items would increase costs and time, INA (Schaeffler) is the only manufacturer that can provide a comprehensive systematic solution that meets the requirements established by Benet Laboratories.