1.04 SSJ 1301377601 Redacted.pdf

This is a Sole Source Justification document for a federal procurement by the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center, Norfolk Contracting Department, Department of Fleet Directorate.

The procurement (Purchase Request/Document Number 1301377601) seeks to acquire Argonne Ridge Group's Augury security software (CLIN 001A - Augury Silver License, quantity 1) to strengthen USNO's network infrastructure and secure all network traffic used for disseminating required products through the Department of Defense and public space. The estimated dollar value is not disclosed in the visible portions of the document. The justification identifies Argonne Ridge Group as the sole source capable of meeting USNO's requirements under DoD 4650.06 and CJCSI 6130.01H authority. ARG is presented as the only vendor offering security software with the specific network monitoring capabilities USNO requires, including malicious IP address detection and comprehensive graphical reporting interface for continuous precise time data dissemination across the DoD. The document notes that ARG holds proprietary rights to the Augury Tool, maintains Central Contractor Registry database status, and has provided satisfactory services to other government agencies. Market research conducted through knowledgeable government and industry contacts, source lists, catalogs, and online resources confirmed no alternative products with equivalent reliability, performance, and capability exist. The Technical/Requirements Certification was signed on June 23, 2026, and the Contracting Officer determination was signed the same date, both digitally authenticated.