B2 42180162_Sole Source Justification_For SAM.gov.pdf

This is a Sole Source Justification form for a contract valued between $5k-$250k, requesting approval to award to Chant Engineering Co., Inc. for proof test machine calibration services. The document outlines a 5-year IDIQ contract starting January 3, 2025, for annual inspections and calibrations of proof test machines at C/740.

The scope includes calibration of two 600,000 lb. capacity horizontal proof test machines and three 85,000 lb. capacity vertical proof test machines, along with maintenance repairs and parts as needed. Chant Engineering is identified as the OEM that built all 5 proof test machines in the SFS and GPS gear lobbies. The justification notes that only OEM technicians or S/52 PSNS calibration lab employees can calibrate these machines. The services include annual preventive maintenance reviews, free software upgrades, and 24/7 technical support. The contract is being processed through PSNS 740 and includes pricing for each year from 2025 through 2029, with both calibration services and over/above work-maintenance repairs specifically detailed for each year.