Brand Name Justification_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Brand Name Justification form for a Navy solicitation to procure replacement flanges for the Low Temperature Fresh Water (LTFW) Waster Spool Piping on MSC USNS vessels. The specific requirement is for 8 flanges with detailed technical specifications: 12 150 COMM 90/10 SO FLG FF PRESSURE at 150 PSI, slip-on material (90/10 UNS C70600), conforming to ASME B16.5, ASTM 151, and MIL C 15726 standards, with a flat face. The manufacturer is Lebronze, located in France, and the required delivery date is May 14, 2025.

The document justifies the brand name requirement by stating that these direct replacement parts are essential for ESB vessels and must be precisely compatible in form, fit, and function. The Navy emphasizes that no other parts will work, and using unauthorized materials could put the crew and vessel at risk. The solicitation is being processed under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), with quotes due by 12:00 PM PST on March 24, 2025, to be submitted via email to the contracting officer. The government reserves the right to award based on price and past performance, with a preference for a single award that best meets the government's interests.