51160155-58_sole source_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Sole Source procurement for DLA Maritime Puget Sound, covering the acquisition of JD Neuhaus equipment components for a 50-ton air hoist system. The specific items being purchased include: 253 feet of load chain, 1 E2 Control without fitting, a 60-foot Neuhaus pendant drop for E2 control, and 3 JD Neuhaus Dump Valves for pendant line. The requested materials are direct replacements for existing equipment in the C/740 GPS rigging lobby, with the vendor being Dealer/Reps Hoists Direct, LLC. The required delivery date is 7/11/2025, and the procurement is justified because the load chain and pendant control must be compatible with the existing air hoist brand, necessitating an OEM-specific purchase to ensure proper functionality and integration.

The document is signed by the Signature Activity on 5/02/2025, with a C/702 Planner listed, and includes a digital signature from the Contracting Officer. The justification emphasizes the need for specific, compatible equipment components, noting that the current 10-foot load chain requires additional length for a specific rigging operation. The procurement is positioned as meeting the minimum requirements of the government and precluding full and open competition due to the specialized nature of the replacement parts.