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This is an Exception to Fair Opportunity (SAT) justification document for a non-competitive procurement by the U.S. Navy for USS ST. LOUIS (LCS 19) homeported in Jacksonville, Florida.

The contracting activity seeks urgent repair services for galley equipment that is currently inoperable, with a performance period of February 18-25, 2026. Required repairs include MG Deep Sink thermometer kits, galley cooking and refrigeration equipment, stand-up freezer, greenheck washdown cabinet, Lang range drawer catch, Blodgett ovens, Insinger dishwasher, hot serve line heat lamp, and chemical cleaning of five refrigeration-condensing units. The estimated dollar value for the repair services is redacted in the document. The Navy justifies the use of other than full and open competition under 41 U.S.C 251 based on unusual and compelling urgency, as the USS ST. LOUIS will undergo INSURV (Board of Inspection in Survey) inspection in the first week of March 2026, and proper equipment functionality is critical for crew health, safety, and mission readiness. The contracting officer certified that no single responsible source exists, no restrictive rights or exclusive licensing agreements apply, and no brand name requirement is necessary. Technical and requirements certifications, contracting officer approval, legal sufficiency review, and head of contracting activity approval are required for execution of this procurement action.