J&A_18-0236-REDACTED.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIRCRAFT DIVISION

21983 BUNDY ROAD, BLDG 441

PATUXENT RIVER, MD 20670-1127

IN REPLY REFER TO

SER 18-0236

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL

FOR USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

1. Contracting Activity.

Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWC-AD) Patuxent River, MD

2. Description of the Action Being Approved.

This justification and approval authorizes and approves an issuance Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract on a sole source basis to Pratt and Whitney Measurement Systems Inc. 66 Douglas Street, Bloomfield, CT 06002-3619. The procurement is for the Laser Measuring Machine Model LMM-1219, which is designed for the long length applications utilizing a laser interferometer measuring system for ultimate accuracy. This authority expires pending the final delivery of these items.

3. Description of Supplies/Services.

The specific procurement of the following items for AIR- 41.12 NAVAIR METCAL (Metrology and Calibration) Program is listed in the following table:

PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY

U305468 Laser Measuring Machine 2 3025558 Extra Flatted Cylinder 2 U302590 Elevating Table (Single axis) 2 U307816 Elevating Table (Dual axis; large surface are with t-shots) 2 U308400 Quick Table Clamp (each)(used with dual axis table only) 2 U307774 Roller Vee (each) 2 U302595 Magnetic Wire Holders 2 PWI-10751D Air Sensor w/15 meter cable 2 PWI-10757F Material Sensor w/25 meter cable 2 D10063012 USB Sensor Hub 2 U307417 Color Printer with Cable 2 D10501027 Flat Panel/ LCD Stand 2 S303573 Dial Indicator Bracket 2 U307528 Thread-Micrometer Stand Measuring Kit 2 U307574 Spherical Adapters- Ball diameter 0.375”(9.5mm) 2 U307798 Sine Block Fixture 0.06 to 3 inch 2 U308020 Master Cylinders: 0.125 & 0.75 2 302660 Wood Bed Way Cover 2 SC-TR Factory Set-up & Training (On site FL & CA) 2

The estimated contract value is $260,430.00. The approximate funding for this procurement is outlined as follows:

Estimated Dollar Value in Thousands

Funding FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 Total

APN-7 $260,430 $260,430

Total $260,430 $260,430

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition.

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) (1), only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

5. Rationale Justifying Use of Cited Statutory Authority.

The LMM-1219 48”/1200mm Laser Measuring Machine is manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, which has no authorized distributors or dealers of this product. Pratt & Whitney part numbers already exists in the Instrument Calibration Procedures (ICP).

Pratt & Whitney has proprietary rights on design, engineering and data documentation for the Laser Measuring Machine. The contract includes two Laser Measuring Machines. The form, fit, and function will be compatible and interchangeable with existing ICP’s.

6. Description of Efforts Made to Solicit Offers from as Many Vendors as Practical.

A sources sought was published on Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) on 15 February 2018 and closed on 02 March 2018 seeking information regarding the capability of industry to provide the supplies and/or services required. No acceptable responses were received.

Market research has not revealed any alternative commercial assets that can meet these requirements without modification, funding, and impact to customer requirements. As such, there are no other assets available that can seamlessly provide these capabilities within the required timeframe.

The NAVAIR METCAL engineering program experts in the field who support 4.1.12 are current on the trade studies and the technology environment, they maintain constant surveillance of the marketplace for these items and to date no other sources are capable of satisfying the Government’s requirements. In addition, google searches have been performed on the model numbers. Pratt 7 Whitney is the original equipment manufacturer and is the only vendor able to provide the Laser Measuring Machine.

7. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost.

In accordance with FAR 15.402, the Contracting Officer shall ensure that all supplies provided under this contract are procured at a fair and reasonable price The Contractor will submit a formal price proposal with sufficient information to support the accuracy and reliability of the estimate. The proposal will be reviewed by experienced technical analysts, and contract specialists. The Contracting Officer will utilize price analysis as the basis for negotiating a fair and reasonable price.

8. Actions to Remove Barriers to Future Competition.

For the reasons set forth in paragraph 5, there are no plans at this time to compete future contracts for the types of supplies/services covered by this document. If another potential source emerges, the contracting activity will assess whether competition for the future requirements is feasible. This contract is a one-time only procurement.

CERTIFICATIONS AND APPROVAL

TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance which are included in this Justification and its supporting acquisition planning documents, except as noted herein are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Technical Cognizance:

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Requirements Cognizance:

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LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW

I have determined this Justification is legally sufficient.

CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION

I certify that this Justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

APPROVED

Upon the basis of the above justification, I hereby approve the solicitation of the proposed procurement(s) described herein using other than full and open competition, pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c) (1), only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

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