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This document is a Sole Source Justification form from NAVSUP FLC Puget Sound for inspection and recertification of shipboard Material Handling Equipment (MHE) - specifically forklifts. The justification indicates a Brand Name Requirement for T-AKE class ship forklifts, with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) being the sole authorized source for technical services, parts, and maintenance.

Key details include that the OEM technical representative is considered the technical expert for these specific forklifts, possessing specialized skills for repairs and adjustments. The document emphasizes that only approved technical representatives are authorized to service the equipment, access parts, and maintain technical data. The T-AKE MHE forklifts are unique to the T-AKE class and were procured specifically for these ships, with strict requirements that all maintenance and replacement parts must meet OEM specifications and undergo technical evaluation to ensure equivalency.