The Justification and Approval Memorandum outlines a procurement action by the U.S. Army Contracting Command-Redstone Arsenal for accredited calibration and repair services of fifteen specialized test unit items, including various attenuator sets and resistors. This action is categorized as a follow-on requirement necessitated by previous calibration conducted by APSL, which determined the essential need for the specific brand. Due to increased costs from NIST, the contract favors a brand name buy justified by the unique requirements of the mission. The contract type may include cost reimbursable and fixed-price elements, and the equipment will be shipped overseas for servicing. The memorandum emphasizes that competition is limited only to the brand needed, based on market research confirming its necessity for the Army's needs. The contracting officer certifies the fair and reasonable nature of the anticipated costs, ensuring that the acquisition aligns with government standards and procedures.