Finalized MAPR61723000117 Sole Source Justification SAP(KO-COR Signed).pdf

SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION FOR

ACQUISITIONS WITHIN THE SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD ($250K) UP TO

FAR 13.5 THRESHOLD ($7 MIL)

1. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation 13.106-1(b)(1) – actions up to $250k or 13.501(a)

– actions up to $7 million, I hereby determine that the TSGB ME PSTP and Tech (Propulsion, PSTP and Controls Technical) Support FY23 listed on MAPR61723000117 PR&C is available from only one source, and competition is precluded for the reasons indicated below. There are no substitutes available.

2. This acquisition is restricted to the following source:

Glosten Inc.

Attn: Edward Garrahy

1201 Western Ave., Ste 200

Seattle, WA 98101-2953

Phone: 206-812-5975/206-624-7850

Email: info@glosten.com

Website: http://www.glosten.com

3. The TSGB ME PSTP and Tech Support FY23 is estimated to cost $36,120.00 and is required to be completed and delivered by 12/31/2023. Contractor/Vendor support is required for Glosten

Automation Services Provide; NSE SR: 7322628 Title: TSGB ME PSTP and Tech Support, This item describes the requirements for the FY23 Annual PSTP’s and Controls Assistance needed for testing of various control systems for ABS and the USCG. Contractor is to provide a service technician with experience with the installation and communication of I/O between the previous TMS controls and new Kongsberg controls. Also, contractor is to provide a technician familiar with the developed Periodic Safety Test Procedures (PSTP’s). Technician is to coordinate with vessel crew to prove for annual COI by pretesting, adjusting, and testing said

PSTP’s and I/O to the satisfaction of ABS and USCG. Also, to be included in this is for contractor to produce drawings and coordinate with vessel crew for submitting final ‘as-built’ documentation (including motor controller modification schematics which were discussed with

USCG and ABS, but never submitted for plan review.

4. Because of the urgency of this requirement, only one source will be solicited. The TSGB ME PSTP and Tech Support FY23 must be delivered by 12/31/2023. This office became aware of the requirement on 12/21/2022. If the required delivery date is not met, the following reasons are noted:

Andrew Barry (Marine Surveyor/COR • MAR617 - Division of Pacific Operations – Oakland)

Sole Source Justification Statement dated 12/18/2022: Request sole source approval for subject contractor, as contractor has prior experience in development of the vessel’s as periodic safety test procedures (PSTP’s.) Annual testing of these procedures is required by the USCG and

ABS. As this is the first time fully approved procedures are available, request that the contractor which was contracted to get approvals be present to assist the vessel crew. Further included in this SOW is for subject contractor to complete recommendations regarding as built drawings for motor controllers and other equipment which subject contractor has prior knowledge of. It should be considered best value as the contractor has prior knowledge and experience as they developed the procedures (coordinating with the vessel crew) required for the testing and further have been involved in all phases of the ME controls upgrade process.

mailto:info@glosten.com http://www.glosten.com

Please let me know if there is any further information that is needed.

5. Check and fill in all that are applicable:

The material or service must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit, and function) with existing systems presently installed. The current equipment is <insert description of current equipment>, and the new item/service must coordinate, connect, or interface with the existing system by

<insert description of how the new item/service must coordinate or interface>.

A patent, copyright, proprietary data, or licensing agreement limits competition. The proprietary data are described as follows:

<Insert description>

These are "direct replacement" parts/components for existing equipment.

Other information to support a sole-source buy: TSGB ME PSTP and Tech Support FY23 is pertinent to the agency maritime mission, due to the urgency, time frame and the TS Golden

Bear Ship activation scheduled for May 2023. This acquisition is vital to ship’s operations, in order to function efficiently, effectively and without problems while at sea. The requirement is necessary to proceed with other ship repair issues. The vendor is the major institution within the United States and has familiarity with the requested unique services. To allow for continuity of services without any interruption that may seriously impact operations. Glosten, Inc. is the only vendor who can perform this service.

CERTIFICATION

I certify that statements checked and information provided above are complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. In accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). The facts of this acquisition preclude the use of full and open competition.

Andrew Barry Date Marine Surveyor/COR

Healon Knight Date Contracting Officer