This document serves as a Determination Memorandum for Sole Source Acquisitions under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP). It establishes the criteria for determining when a procurement may be limited to a single source. The memorandum outlines a request for an estimated purchase involving L3Harris tactical radios AN/PRC-152A(V)4 and associated equipment necessary for air-to-ground communication. A justification for the sole-source procurement is provided, citing L3Harris as the only vendor able to meet specified criteria for security, including compliance with Top Secret communications and interoperability with existing systems. The memorandum includes results from market research indicating that no other suppliers could fulfill the government's requirements. This document highlights the importance of substantiating sole-source requests to ensure compliance with federal regulations while addressing critical communication needs for military operations.

The document details a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) for the maintenance and supply of UHF CRYPTO-capable radios, specifically the PRC-152A and PRC-117G models, for the 187th Maintenance Group at the 187th Fighter Wing in Montgomery, Alabama. The radios are essential for secure, day-to-day communication during home station operations, as well as in-flight emergencies and deployments. The contractor is responsible for delivering two handheld radios, a manpack radio, two battery chargers, and a high-performance power supply. Delivery is to be coordinated with the government representative, who will inspect the equipment upon arrival. Notably, no government-furnished equipment will be provided, and the radios come with a five-year warranty. The contractor must also supply all necessary documentation, including owner’s manuals and specifications, ensuring all items are serialized. The main purpose of this RFP is to secure reliable communication equipment that meets military standards while establishing clear responsibilities for the contractor in terms of delivery, warranty, and documentation.