0309-01 -SSJ REDACTED.pdf

This is a memorandum recommending other than full and open competition for a federal procurement.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) seeks to procure one (1) Dual Rail Launcher (DRL) part number 91403188-03, manufactured by Moog Military Aircraft LLC, with an estimated total cost and a required delivery of 15 months after receipt of order (ARO). The recommendation is for sole source procurement based on technical and operational justifications. The DRL is currently the only approved and certified configuration that meets all airworthiness, safety, and interoperability requirements for the established weapons system. No alternate launcher can integrate with the existing mechanical and electrical interfaces or support the approved weapons system configuration without extensive redesign, requalification, and flight testing. The launcher is the lightest available on the market at 46 pounds, ensuring cross-platform compatibility. The memorandum notes that any effort to replicate the product in-house would result in costs exceeding stated thresholds and require significant additional time for development, certification, testing, procurement, and integration.

Market research was conducted through internet searches, subject matter expert discussions, and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) consultations. Moog Military Aircraft LLC is identified as the OEM with no authorized resellers. A comparable item was identified through Marvin Test Solutions at an estimated cost of $173,006.00 via GSA pricing, but this item does not meet weight restrictions at 51 pounds. The memorandum includes certification language that the facts and representations are accurate and that the Contracting Officer has determined only limited sources are reasonably available, justifying the non-competitive procurement approach.