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Brand Name Justification-Microcom Designs products

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NEEK3000-09-23983Federal

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The Department of Commerce, NOAA, requires specific equipment from Microcom Designs, Inc. to support the Alternate Data Distribution System (DADDS) at the Wallops CDA Station in Virginia. This procurement involves two DAMS-NT Integral Input Interface Modules, two DAMS-NT Network Interface Multiplexor Cards, one Dual Pilot Control Module, and two DAMS NT Power Supplies. These components are essential because they are part of the Data Collection System that processes and relays critical environmental data from over 19,000 remote data platforms, covering vital areas such as tsunami detection, seismic activity, ocean currents, forest fire danger, and water monitoring. Maintaining the continuous operation of these systems is crucial to ensure timely and accurate data transmission, which directly impacts public safety and the effectiveness of weather and environmental forecasting. The acquisition is being conducted as a brand name justification under statutory authority 41 USC 253(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 (4)(c), with no substitutes or equivalent products accepted due to the unique design and compatibility requirements. NOAA intends to issue a firm fixed price purchase order, with procurement facilitated via Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR 13. Interested offerors must provide detailed product information demonstrating compliance with the specified requirements. Responses, including descriptive literature and warranties, must be submitted by September 17, 2009, either by email or fax to the designated contact. Delays in procurement could jeopardize the integrity of data transmission and adversely affect NOAA’s operational capabilities.

General Info

NOAA procures specialized DAMS-NT modules from Microcom for critical data transmission system.

Agency

Department Of Commerce Noaa

NAICS

517911 - Telecommunications Resellers

Place of Performance

35663 Chincoteague Road, Wallops, VA, 23337, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

J&A for Microcom Designs Inc. Spare Parts (NEEK3000-09-23983)

justification-and-authorization

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PhaseAwarded

PostedSep 9

Justification (J&A)

AwardedOct 29

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Noaa

Contacts1 person available

OfficeSILVER SPRING, MD, 20910, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Noaa

Office AddressSILVER SPRING, MD, 20910, USA

Contacts

Joel L. Perlroth

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Full Description

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION NEEK3000-09-23983 Statutory Authority 41 USC 253(c)(1) - Brand Name Justification-Microcom Designs, Inc. DAMS-NT Integral Input Interface Module DAMS-NT Network Interface Multiplexor Card Dual Pilot Control Module DAMS NT Power Supply The U.S. Dept of Commerce, NOAA, Wallops CDA Station, Wallops Island, Virginia, has a requirement for the following Microcom Design, Inc. products: Two (2) each Microcom DAMS-NT IIM P/N 6800077 Two (2) each Microcom DAMS-NT NIC MUX P/N 6800160 One (1) each Microcom Dual Pilot Control Module P/N 6800321 Two (2) each Microcom DAMS NT Power Supply P/N 6800070 No equals or alternates will be accepted and justification is in accordance with FAR 6.302-1 (4)(c) brand name justification. The Government intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order for this requirement. The (DCS) Alternate Data Distribution System (DADDS) system was designed and built by Microcom as part of the Data Collection System (DCS) at NOAA Wallops CDA Station and is essential to the distribution of data. NOAA Wallops CDA Station provides vital environmental data to world-wide customers and it is imperative that all ground systems supporting the receiving and transmission of this data are fully functional twenty four hours per day, seven days per week. Specifically, the Data Collection System (DCS) is a communication relay system that handles information gathered from over 19,000 data collection platforms located in remote areas and collects data on Tsunamis detection, seismic measurements, ocean current monitoring, forest fire danger, river flow rate, and water level above dams. Interruption of the transmission of this data to NOAA Wallops customers could compromise the lives and safety of U.S. Citizens. The purchase of these specific Microcom parts will ensure the integrity of the Data Collection System and maintain the continuous flow of critical data. Should this procurement be delayed, the ability of Wallops CDA Station to provide weather and other forecasting data to its customers would be severely compromised. Offerors shall also be responsible for submitting all additional information on the above product necessary for the Government to determine whether the product offered meets the salient specifications of the "brand name or equal". This is will constitute the solicitation for competitive quotes. Responses must be accompanied by descriptive literature, warranties, and/or other information that demonstrates that the quote meets all of the foregoing requirements. Responses can be e-mailed to contact@example.gov or faxed to +1 (555) 000-0000 by September 17, 2009. Award will be made using FAR 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, current through FAC 2005-36