4.19 Redacted J&A.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) document for a sole source procurement using other than full and open competition authority. The Southeast Regional Maintenance Center (SERMC) in support of USS ST LOUIS (LCS-19) at NS Mayport, Florida, is procuring two heat exchanger units for Combining Gear aboard LCS-19. The required parts are Part Number 6827447 (Heat Exchanger K35-2577)K35+CF-H=13C L2200, Quantity 2) and Part Number 6829805 (Heat Exchanger K35-2576)K35+CF-H=13C L3000, Quantity 2), as prescribed in Allowance Parts List (APL) 6827447 and APL 6829805. The estimated dollar value is $0.00, with no option or ordering period pricing identified.

The justification for sole source procurement is based on exclusive licensing agreements, as the items are available only from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or authorized distributors. RENK Systems Corporation (Cage 36V/4), a subsidiary of RENK GmbH (Cage D9434), is the sole U.S.-based OEM-authorized provider for differentiated spares obtained from RENK Systems Corporation. The required delivery period is 01/05/2027 to 01/05/2027. The procurement request/subcitation/purchase order number is 1301383478. The justification was approved by the Contracting Officer, Requirements Cognizance officer, and Level Above the Contracting Officer on 06/22/2026, with legal sufficiency review completed.