25-SIMACQ-BD3-0057_UPS_JA_05.08.25_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Brand Name Justification under $250K for a naval contract. Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme Division intends to award a fixed-price contract to Vertiv Liebert for Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) solution units to back up the essential Navy-Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) network equipment. The justification emphasizes that only Vertiv Liebert branded UPS units can meet specific technical requirements, including TAA-compliance, power conditioning, and battery backup capabilities for data centers, server rooms, and network closets.

The document details that procuring an alternative UPS brand would require a substantial $100,000 cost and 6-month delay to identify and qualify alternative brands. Market research conducted confirms no other vendors meet the network specifications. The Contracts Office will continue to assess market competition and potential alternative sources for future requirements. The justification is supported by technical certifications and approvals, with the Contracting Officer digitally signing the document on 05.12.2025.