The memorandum addresses the determination that only one source is reasonably available for a purchase under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13, specifically for a Marine Depot Maintenance Command (MDMC) acquisition not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. The request involves procuring a Miller Trailblazer 330 Diesel Engine Driven Welder, which is essential for the trades department's operational workload. The justification for sole sourcing includes brand name restrictions as the required equipment is unique to the Miller brand and is incompatible with other engine attachments, creating potential delays and additional costs for alternative products. The document certifies that this sole-source determination is necessary for efficient operational support and complies with FAR criteria for limited competition. It also includes signatures for technical and contracting officer certifications, affirming the request’s validity and urgency.
The Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Georgia, has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Miller Trailblazer 330 welder, identified by solicitation number M67004-24-Q-0085. This procurement engages small businesses under a Total Small Business Set Aside, relevant to the NAICS code 333992. Submission of quotes is via email, and only Brand-Name products will be considered. Evaluation will focus on technical compliance, price reasonableness including shipping costs, and past performance standards. Quotes must be comprehensive, including all specified line items, and be delivered by the set deadline as partial quotes will be deemed non-responsive. The documentation emphasizes the requirement for contractors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Detailed provisions and clauses, including those related to telecommunications services and representations concerning compliance, are integrated into this solicitation. The primary objective is to procure the specified welder while adhering to federal regulations on small business participation and performance assessments.