1.3.1 1301349051 Over SAT JA Restricting Competition FAR-Part12_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition document requesting a brand-name sole-source contract for Markforged Inc. 3-D printers, parts, accessories, and training in support of submarine forces.

The requiring activity is Commander Submarine Devron Five (COMSUBDEVRON-5) supporting Commander Submarine Forces, with Naval Supply Fleet Logistics Puget Sound serving as the contracting activity. The Government projects an award date on or about July 2026 utilizing fiscal year 2026 Operations and Maintenance funding under a firm fixed price contract per RFO part 12. The required delivery date is September 30, 2026. Required materials include 45 units of the X7 Field Edition 3-D printer (part number F-PR-3013), 45 training courses (MkX-InsTrain), 45 Toughbook Federal Only units (part number 8029079_7746718), 45 X7 Field Edition Digital Forge Essential 1-year subscriptions (S-DF-20809), 45 Digital Forge On-Prem subscriptions (S-DF-0005), 30 Onyx Spool Packs (F-FG-0010), and 45 Carbon Fiber spools (F-FG-0005). The total estimated contract value is redacted in the document.

Justification for sole-source procurement centers on Markforged Inc. being the only authorized Original Equipment Manufacturer for additive manufacturing systems approved for installation onboard naval submarines per Navy Sea Systems Command directives. Alternative 3-D printing systems require Ship Alteration approval and additional testing, and use of non-Markforged parts poses potential health and safety risks. Market research conducted in May 2026 identified only two small business concerns capable of providing OEM authorization letters for resale. Three confirmed authorized sources expressed interest: Markforged Inc. (CAGE 72VZ3), Engitype LLC (CAGE 6G7E7), and Govsmart Inc. (CAGE 5WFZ8). The procurement utilizes simplified procedures under 41 U.S.C. 1901 authority.