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This posting is a Justification (J&A)/Synopsis for the intent to sole source the purchase of upgraded Blade Risk Manager liscenses, training and maintenence awarded on the basis that there is only one... This posting is a Justification (J&A)/Synopsis for the intent to sole source the purchase of upgraded Blade Risk Manager liscenses, training and maintenence awarded on the basis that there is only one responsible source (FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i)). USAF currently utilizes 8 BMR node locked licenses produced by KDM Analytics, the upgrade, maintenance, and training of these nodes can only be acquired from KDM analytics because they are the sole developer and provider of the internally developer BMR tool. Any and all upgrades for this technology can only come from KDM analytics. Accordingly, the BRM manufacturer is the only known source capable of meeting the government's requirements for this effort based upon the unique capabilities of this provider and the in-depth understanding of the BRM tool and it's capabilities and functions and operation. Substantial research determined that no other vendor possesses the ability to provide BRM upgrades and maintenance and customized training because the BRM manufacturer is the sole provider of BRM software, it is the only firm capable of providing the supplies described above without the U.S Air Force experiencing significant duplication of cost that is not expected to be recoveredthrough competition. Full details are located in the attached J&A. Anticipated Award Date is 31 March, 2021. Please contact nicholas.costides@us.af.mil with any questions. Lt Col Sean Tucker has been appointed as Ombudsman. The purpose of the Ombudsman is to communicate contractor concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations to the appropriate government personnel. The Ombudsman does not participate in the preparation of solicitations, evaluation of proposals or source selection process and does not diminish the authority of the contracting officer. Any questions or concerns about this solicitation should first be directed to the buyer at the e-mail address or phone number listed, or you may contact the Ombudsman at sean.tucker.1@us.af.mil