26Q0155 Non_comp_Redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum to the File documenting justification for use of other than full and open competition for a simplified acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold.

Acquisition Details: The contracting officer approved a single-source procurement from Russell's Tube Forming, located in Indianapolis, Indiana, under CAGE code 8U600. The acquisition is for Hydrophone Swage Bands (P/N: 6029159-001), which are components used in the manufacture of U.S. and UK TR-333 Hydrophones for the SP-24 Trident Navigation Submarine. The total dollar value is redacted but falls below the simplified acquisition threshold. Russell's Tube Forming is identified as the sole manufacturer that has passed all performance requirements for the SP-24 Trident Navigation Submarine and is the only qualified/approved vendor per SP-24 specifications.

Justification Basis: The determination to restrict competition is based on "Only One Responsible Source" under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). The contracting officer determined that Russell's Tube Forming is the only source capable of providing the required Swage Bands due to their exclusive qualification status, established manufacturing processes, and critical role in supporting the Trident Navigation Submarine's operational deployment. The memorandum notes that using any other vendor would require extensive testing, re-qualification efforts, and approval processes that would result in significant cost and schedule impacts to the program. The acquisition was approved by Contracting Officer Morgan Helton on May 11, 2026.