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SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION

1. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED SUPPLIES ESTIMATED VALUE, AND

DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

The Naval Foundry & Propeller Center (NFPC) commissioned the Pama Speedram

1000HP, Serial #PG8223 (SU-23), and 1000HP, Serial #PGB241 (SU-24) machines in the spring of 2019. NFPC currently utilize these machines extensively for milling operations which are critical to meet their schedule.

The part is a left side roller door assembly it is integrated with the machine as a safety feature that keeps personal away from moving parts in the machine area and debris contained inside.

This is a sole source requirement to PAMA Incorporated (CAGE: 7BU28). The total estimated amount $77,280.00

NFPC shall purchase the following part:

Part #: A1DIV001.738

2. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR SOLE SOURCE BASED ON

CONTRACTOR’S UNIQUE QUALIFICATIONS OR NATURE OF THE

ACQUISITION

NFPC requests specified part #: A1DIV001.738 to be provided by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), PAMA Incorporated (CAGE: 7BU28). Purchase of a left side new roller door assembly is required to repair the SU-23. The SU-23 and SU-24 machines which are an integral part of NFPC’s manufacturing process and produce components that are destined for the Navy’s marine surface and submarine vessels. The PAMA machines are vital pieces of equipment and are necessary to meet critical deadlines for the production and repair of the Navy’s propellers.

The technical documents used to service the PAMA machines specifies this specific part and using unspecified parts or material would result in voiding warranties and possible damage to the machine which would cause significant delays in NFPC’s manufacturing process and increase the overall cost burden to the Government.

3. MARKET SURVEY

Market research was conducted by contacting the OEM and being informed that they are the only manufacture of this part, it is specific to the PAMA machine and that it has only been purchased once and the buyer was NFPC contract# N6449823P5424 in FY23.

Internet searches yielded no exact parts. As a result, the Government did not identify any alternative option for this requirement. Pama is the only manufacture of this part and they have proprietary rights.

4. ADDITIONAL FACTS

None.

5. APPROVALS:

I certify that the statements and information provided above, are complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the processing of this justification precludes the use of full and open competition.

Signature of Cognizant Requisition Originator Date

Signature of 1st Level Supervisor Date

Signature of Contracting Officer Date