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Source: FLCPS Dec 2021

Specific characteristics of the material or service that limit the availability to a sole source or brand name. For example, the material/service must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit and function) with existing systems presently installed/performing (unique features, function of the item, etc.). Describe in detail why only this suggested source can furnish the requirements to the exclusion of other sources. Choose the appropriate box(s) below and describe the equipment/function you have now and how the new item/service must coordinate, connect, or interface with the existing system.

A patent, copyright or proprietary data limits competition. The proprietary data is (If applicable, include patent/ copyright drawing numbers, technical manual (TM) numbers, etc.)

These are “direct replacements” parts/components for existing equipment as specified below. (NOTE: Identify main unit or existing equipment and why no other parts will work.)

Other information to support a sole source or brand name buy:

Military Sealift Command Safety Management System Procedure Number: 10.6-002-ALL requires the use of OEM certified parts and OEM certified field serviced technicians in performance of all maintenance actions. The T-AKE Class Low Temperature cooling water system is critical to ships propulsion. Additionally COMSCINST 4490.1 requires only OEM parts and service technicians.

KELVION PHE GMBH owns exclusive restrictive rights to the drawings for the low temperature fresh water coolers and will only sell direct or to authorized distributors.

The requested parts are direct replacement for existing low temperature fresh water coolers installed.