FY21-21237 _FY21_20057_ESSM Cell Covers Sole Source Justification_Redacted.pdf

This sole source justification document supports a federal solicitation for Launcher Modified Cell Covers. The solicitation number is N6339421Q0053 issued by the Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command to procure material for Launcher Modified Cell Covers. The justification cites the need for specialized engineering and manufacturing expertise held only by the incumbent contractor to produce these covers, which require extensive redesign and testing efforts. A new contractor would require significant time and investment to understand the system requirements and design constraints. The agency determined awarding to the incumbent was more practical and would avoid project delays.