25Q0704_Non-Comp_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Memorandum to the File justifying the use of other than full and open competition for a sole source procurement. The procurement is for QuickTreX corning fiber optic cable assemblies from LANshack, located in Toms River, NJ, with a CAGE code of 118P5. The document indicates that these fiber optic cable assemblies are required for the Naval Sea Systems Command (NSWC) Crane base, with the specific justification being a brand name requirement.

The procurement is being conducted under the simplified acquisition threshold, with the contracting officer determining that QuickTreX corning fiber optic materials represent the optimal solution for maintaining consistency and seamless repair of the existing NSWC Crane fiber network. The justification highlights that these assemblies have trusted quality to withstand environmental elements, allow uninterrupted network service, and enable safe and easy connection to existing fiber for expanding the base-wide fiber project. The document is dated August 2021 and will support the acquisition of specific Corning ALTOS Outdoor (OSP) Armored Direct Burial Rated Single Mode Custom Pre-Terminated Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies.