B2 Sole Source Determination below SAT REDACTED.pdf

See FAR 2.01 and 3.104

Last Updated: Feb 2023

MEMORANDUM FOR THE RECORD (MFR)

(This is only applicable to acquisitions under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold ($250,000). Acquisition using FAR Subpart 13.5 shall follow the special documentation requirements at FAR 13.501.)

Subj: USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION FOR AN ACQUISITION UNDER THE

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD_JML# 5112-2741

I. BACKGROUND:

1. FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) states for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, Contracting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand-name or industrial mobilization).

2. As required by FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i), this memorandum explains the absence of competition for this acquisition, as only one source will be solicited for this requirement (or for a portion of the requirement) and the requirement is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

II. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM OR SERVICE:

Contractor - Perform in-place recondition and repairs on No. 2 500 kW SSMG set . The work consists of; Measure initial insulation resistance values, complete SSMG set disassembly including rigging and inspection of all machine components, measure bearing seat dimensions, replace Teflon band per approved procedures (as required), undercut and bevel commutator, stone/polish commutator and slip rings as required, accomplish in-place detergent/water cleaning of SSMG set to include air coolers, static exciter, rotor and stationary field windings, repair defective insulation, replace field leads as required, replace AC and DC bearings from GFM, replace AC and DC bearing cartridges from GFM, replace AC/DC/overspeed brushes from GFM, replace air filters from GFM, repair or replace stripped fasteners and repair threaded bolt holes as required, torque checks bolted electrical connections, replace defective/disturbed Belleville washers, reassemble SSMG set, install and seat new brushes, set neutral plane, accomplish close-out inspection, establish commutator film, and submit final report following completion IAW Reference (1) NAVSEA S9086-KC-STM-010/CH-300 R11 Chapter 300 Electric Plant, Reference (2) Maintenance Standard MS3140-081-046, Rev A Chg 5, and Reference (3) DC/AC or AC/DC Motor Generator Set and Associated Control Equipment S6269-AW-MMM-010 Rev 2 Chg L. Period of Performance .

III. THE DETERMINATION FOR USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION IS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING (select all that apply):

A. _X__ ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE SOURCE (select all that apply):

1. ___ RESTRICTIVE RIGHTS. The source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights or secret processes in the item or service required.

2. _X__ EXCLUSIVE LICENSING AGREEMENTS. The item or service is only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or there is only one authorized distributor or technical representative for the OEM.

AMEE BAY is the only NAVSEA approved contractor with proven results authorized to perform rotor cleaning/repairs of SSMG rotors in place.

See FAR 2.01 and 3.104

Last Updated: Feb 2023

Refer to Department of Navy letter 4710, authorized the extension of NAVSEA Motor Generator Process Certification from Life Cycle Engineering to Amee Bay LLC.

B. ___ BRAND NAME. Item required must be a brand name product, or feature of a product, particular to one manufacturer.

IV. CERTIFICATIONS/APPROVALS:

A. Technical / Requirements Certification: I certify that the facts and representation under my cognizance which are included in this justification are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

B. Contracting Officer Determination: Based upon the rational contained herein the Contracting Officer herby determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available IAW FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i).