Zeks Dryers - brand name - redacted.pdf

This is a Determination Memorandum for Sole Source Acquisitions under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), specifically for purchases over $10,000 but not exceeding $250,000.

The Government seeks to procure five (5) comprised air refrigerated dryer systems for installation in five Normobaric Hypoxia Trainer (NHT) units. The required systems consist of one (1) Zeks 250HSHAF00G refrigerated dryer, one (1) Zeks ZFC290G filter, and one (1) Zeks ZFC290H filter per unit. The justification for sole source procurement is based on a name brand requirement, as the refrigerated dryer systems must match specific part numbers identical to the first article system previously installed and tested/validated in September 2026 at the NHT Jacksonville facility. The determination explains that allowing alternative systems would require unacceptable retesting, logistical complexity, and additional costs. While Zeks products are available from multiple distributors, competition remains possible through those distributors. The Government acknowledges that future acquisitions should pursue competitive methods to overcome this barrier to competition. The purchase request or requisition number, project/task number, and customer information are listed as TBD on the form, along with an estimated amount field that is redacted.