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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER

RECOMMENDATION AND DETERMINATION TO SOLICIT FROM ONE SOURCE

OR BRAND NAME

PICK ONE

Sole Source:
☒I recommend that NASA, NASA Shared Services Center negotiate with EXCEL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. only for EXperTEC 1 YEAR ANNUAL SERVICE CONTRACT F/LABCUT 5000 50484. The total estimated cost of this effort is
and the estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is 1 Year ARO.
OR
Brand Name Justification:
☐I recommend that NASA, NASA Shared Services Center negotiate only with vendors who can provide the subject brand name from Manufacture Name for Enter Supply or Service to be procured. The total estimated cost of this effort is Enter Dollar amount and the estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is Date.
This recommendation is for the acquisition of supplies or services determined to be reasonably available from only one source/only one manufacture. Competition is impractical for the following reasons (please answer the questions below):
1. What are the reasons for soliciting only the suggested source/suggested brand name? Please provide the unique characteristics of the items or services along with the supporting rationale and the market research performed to substantiate your reason for the suggested source/brand name. The renewal of the one-year EXPERTEC maintenance agreement is necessary to ensure the continued operational readiness and reliability of the Government’s existing Extec Labcut 5000 Series Advanced Precision Composite Plate Saw. Ongoing maintenance support is critical to prevent equipment downtime, reduce the risk of costly repairs or failures, and maintain availability for mission-critical manufacturing needs. Failure to maintain this equipment may lead to unexpected repair expenses, production delays, and disruptions in the fabrication of essential parts. Renewing the annual maintenance contract will protect the Government’s investment in this specialized equipment, mitigate operational risks, and support the continuity of mission-critical operations. Therefore, maintaining this coverage is essential to sustain equipment performance and minimize potential financial and operational impacts associated with unplanned breakdowns.
2. What is the impact to the government if another vendor/brand is used? Include any dollar, schedule, or compatibility impacts if possible.
Excel Technologies, Inc. is the exclusive provider of compatible and authorized maintenance services for