Evolution Modems and WGS Certified X-Band Transceivers

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
MARINE CORPS INSTALLATIONS EAST
CONTRACTING DEPARTMENT
P.O. BOX 8368
CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA 28547-8368

LSJA_#14008

LIMITED SOURCES JUSTIFICATION

This acquisition is conducted under the Authority of the Multiple Award Schedule Program in accordance with FAR 8.405-6 (e).

1. Agency Contracting Activity

U.S. Marine Corps U.S. Marine Corps
II MEF G6 Contracting Division
PSC Box 20085 Bldg. 1116
Camp Lejeune, NC 28542 Camp Lejeune, NC 28542
2. Nature/Description of Action.

This Justification is for a Limited Sources brand name procurement from a GSA schedule.

3. Description of Supplies/Services.

This requirement is for purchase of 9 (nine) Evolution Modems and 3 (three) WGS certified X-Band Transceivers for II MEF Headquarters aboard Camp Lejeune. The SWE-DISH CCT120 Terminal variant will allow the users to access a proprietary network using satellite resources. The Evolution Modem and X-Band Transceivers are the only modems and transceivers that have been designed to work with the SWE-DISH CT120 terminals which are utilized across II MEF aboard Camp Lejeune, NC. The Marine Corps IIMEF G6 is requesting Rockwell Collins Satellite Communications Systems equipment to be used due to the technical characteristics needed in support of this requirement which will allow flexible and higher bandwidth connections in support of the users. The estimated procurement dollar value is $122,427.00.

4. Identification of the Justification Rationale.

In accordance with FAR 8.405-6 (b) (1) only one manufacturer is capable of responding due to the specialized nature of the custom designed Evolution Modem and the WGS certified X-Band Transceivers. By acquiring Rockwell Collins Satellite Communications Systems equipment, cost effectiveness will be achieved by standardizing equipment through one manufacturer in order to reduce spare part inventories. Procuring Rockwell Collins Satellite Communications Systems equipment ensures compatibility requirements with existing SWE-DISH CCT120 terminal equipment aboard Camp Lejeune. Less time will be spent on training personnel to operate and repair equipment. Another reason this particular manufacturer was selected is because this modem is the only modem which will fit inside the preexisting Satellite equipment aboard Camp Lejeune, NC. The technical support for the Evolution Modem and WGS certified X-Band Transceivers cannot be duplicated by any third party vendors.

5. Determination of Best Value.

Issuance of a delivery order to a GSA Schedule holder who distributes Rockwell Collins Satellite Communications Systems equipment represents the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative to meet the Government's needs considering the specialized nature of the SWE-DISH CCT12- terminal equipment.

6. Description of Market Research.

Market research has revealed there are no other manufacturer's products that will meet the requirements of the purchase request. It was determined that the requested item, capable of satisfying the Government's needs, can be provided through several vendors on the GSA schedule. Market research also revealed that this particular Evolution Modem and WGS certified X-Band Transceivers are sold commercially through authorized vendors to entities which specialize in Public Safety, Commercial Satellites, NASA, as well as commercial and business aviation.

7. Other Facts Supporting the Justification.

There are no other significant facts made knowledgeable to the contract specialist at this time.

8. Action Taken to Remove Barriers to Competition.

A solicitation will be posted on GSA E-Buy in order to maximize competition amongst GSA contract holders and the manufacturer's distributors.