W912EK25R0008 Sugar Bottom Brand Name Justification and Approval.pdf

This is a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition document from the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Rock Island District for brand name electrical equipment at Sugar Bottom Campground, Coralville Lake Project in Solon, Iowa. The justification supports the purchase of specific brand name electrical supplies valued at $300,138.89, including assembled I-Line boxes, breakers, and electrical pedestals.

The required items include 6 assembled I-Line boxes with panels and breakers, 12 Midwest Electric Products 50/30/20 amp pad mounted electrical pedestals (model U075CP4010), and 78 Midwest Electric Products 50/30/20 amp direct bury pedestals (model U075CP6010). The justification cites that only one brand can be used since internal components are not interchangeable with other brands. A sources sought notice was published on SAM.gov on November 22, 2024 under NAICS code 335999, receiving 6 responses from small business contractors. The document was approved on December 10, 2024 by the Contracting Officer, with market research indicating adequate competition exists among authorized suppliers of the brand name products to ensure fair and reasonable pricing.