1.04a Justification for Sole Source At or Below SAT Template October 2023 Redacted.pdf

This document is a solicitation notice for commercial navigational consulting services to support the safe maneuvering of Littoral Combat Ships through the Great Lakes and Saint Lawrence Seaway. The Navy seeks a sole source contract award for services including technical support and advice for three LCS transits from Marinette, Wisconsin to the seaway between July 2024 and May 2025. Offerors must be able to provide consulting for USS Nantucket in July-August 2024, USS Beloit in November 2024, and USS Cleveland in May 2025, with options to be exercised for the latter two ships. Eligible vendors must not be suspended, debarred or otherwise ineligible for federal contracts. Registration in the System for Award Management is required for award and performance. Challenges to the sole source award must be submitted in writing by a specified date to the identified Navy contacts.