BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION REDACTED.pdf

This document is a Brand Name Justification form from NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Centers for a sole source procurement of Cooper Roller Bearing line shaft bearings. The requirement is for a Ship Repair Support with a required delivery date of September 30, 2025, specifically for line shaft bearings critical to supporting vessel propulsion. Cooper Roller Bearing is identified as the sole manufacturer for these specialized parts, with restrictive rights that limit competition and require direct procurement from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The document emphasizes that these components are essential for marine equipment reliability, with technical specifications referenced in manual S9243-CR-MMC-010, and are subject to strict qualification requirements by COMSCINST 4490.1C to ensure critical safety and operational standards for naval vessels.