1.02 JA AC Trainer-Approved_Redacted.pdf

This is an Exception to Fair Opportunity document justifying the use of other than full and open competition for a federal procurement.

The Naval Construction Training Center (NCTC) at Port Hueneme is requesting six (6) new Automotive Air Conditioning System Trainers (Model N98-ND9130) from NADA Scientific, including all manufacturer-standard components, accessories, and operational materials. The equipment must be factory new, fully assembled, and ready for instructional use upon delivery. The procurement is being conducted by the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center San Diego (NAVSUP FLC SD), with Procurement Request/Solicitation/Purchase Order Number 1301379505. The required delivery period is 06/10/2026 to 09/30/2026.

The justification for single-source procurement is based on 41 U.S.C. 1903 as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), citing only one responsible source reasonably available. The determination concludes that NADA Scientific is the sole manufacturer listed in the Navy's Resource Requirement List (RRL) for CM "C" School Automotive Air Conditioning trainers and that no other vendor can supply the required equipment without causing mission disruption and potential delay to Navy training operations. The Air Conditioning System Trainer incorporates proprietary instructional design elements and integrated training components exclusively distributed by NADA Scientific. Technical and Requirements Cognizance certifications were completed on 07/21/2026, and the Contracting Officer (Jose Juarez) approved the exception on 07/24/2026.