Custom Built Dry-Type Transformer

The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking to acquire a specific 150kVA transformer with a NEMA 4x enclosure, 316 Stainless Steel, part number V48M45T49S64X, from Jo-Kell. This acquisition is justified as a brand name item due to its unique specifications, which are essential to the Government's requirements and are directly specified in Coast Guard drawings. Market research indicates that similar products from other companies do not meet the agency's needs. The V48M45T49S64X Dry-Type Transformer is an EATON part custom-built by Jo-Kell. The contracting officer will determine the fair and reasonable price through market research. This justification for other than full and open competition falls under simplified acquisition procedures for FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) due to only one source being reasonably available.

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