1.3.1 Over SAT JA_Signed_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition document restricting competition for a federal contract procurement. The Military Sealift Command (MSC) through Naval Supply Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound is seeking a firm-fixed-price supply purchase order for six electro-mechanical actuator components from OEM Emerson Actuation Technologies. The specific line items include CLIN 0001–0006, which are various actuator models (part numbers 2DEG-3C, P2N1-3S/75854B, P2N1-3S/78594A, P4N1-3S/75854C, P4N1-3S/75854D, and Q4N2-3S/78594B) with quantities ranging from 1 to 7 units. The required delivery date is September 30, 2026, with an estimated lead time of 22–24 weeks. The contract will utilize FY26 Operations and Maintenance funding. The award will be made to W & O Supply Inc., the authorized distributor of Emerson Actuation Technologies motor actuators for the USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11).

The justification for restricting competition to a sole source is based on the critical safety nature of these motor actuators for the ship's electronic control system supporting fuel delivery and cargo handling operations. Per Design Control Activity COMSCINST 449031C, only qualified sources are permitted to produce and supply these safety-critical components. Market research conducted on February 20, 2026, confirmed the items are unavailable through mandatory sources (UNICOR, Ability One, GSA, and ISO Parts). A sources sought notice was released on February 11, 2026, with a closing date of February 18, 2026; only one response was received from Begini Howard Private Equity LLC (BHPE), which could not demonstrate capability. The contracting officer determined the anticipated cost is fair and reasonable and will conduct an IAW RFQ 12.204(a) price reasonableness analysis prior to award. Legal review was completed on May 28, 2026.