37.B03.J_A_2026_rev2_signed_Redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum to the File justifying the use of other than full and open competition for a single-source acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. The contracting officer determines that only one source is reasonably available for the requirement.

The acquisition is for a contractor to provide maintenance and troubleshooting services for APS Pressure Systems LLC equipment, specifically 20K BMX S250 units, 40K S50 units, and 55K Husky units used to remove mip tiles on submarines and clean various tanks to support the preservation process. The service is recurring, commencing at the end of fiscal year 2026, with a period of performance from August 31, 2026, to August 30, 2028. APS Pressure Systems LLC is identified as both the manufacturer and original equipment manufacturer (OEM).

The justification for single-source selection is based on two grounds. First, under the "Only One Responsible Source" rationale, the contracting officer asserts that services and repairs must be performed exclusively by APS Pressure Systems LLC's trained and certified technicians, as the Husky system design, including its proprietary PLC controls and software, is exclusively owned and managed by APS Pressure Systems LLC. Second, under "Other Reasons," the memorandum notes that Code 970 has insufficient equipment to support project work and schedule, and non-certified APS technicians may cause equipment damage and render it unusable. Additionally, a Sources Sought posting was issued on July 28, 2026, and closed on July 31, 2026; BHPE LLC responded but was deemed unacceptable as they failed to submit a capability statement. The document is dated August 4, 2026, and signed by a technical certifier and approval authority.