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SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION

ADM STAT Controller Software Development

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT:

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) U

This requirement is for the development of software for the embedded processors in the ADM sonar array.

Syqwest developed a conceptual ADM STAT sonar array design inclusive of STAT transmit elements, tonpilz receiver elements, direct drive power amplifiers, receiver electronics, control electronics, fiber-optic interface, and power electronics on contract , awarded as a sole source on 25 September 2018. As a result of that concept design, the development of software for the embedded processors in the ADM sonar array is required. The software shall perform as a server to a remote Personal Computer (PC) via a fiber-optic communication link enabling the operator control of the

ADM sonar array. The software shall include screens that show the real-time information of the ADM sonar array.

Period of performance is from date of award to 30 September 2021 and the anticipated value is

SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION:

Syqwest has prior experience in developing, manufacturing and fabricating multi-resonant tonpilz Naval transducers and is the only company that has the requisite knowledge of the STAT elements. In addition, SyQwest has designed the ADM electronics to electrically drive the 162

STAT element sonar array. SyQwest is the best company to develop the system controller software for their ADM sonar array design. If any other company were to develop system controller software, it would be at a considerable additional cost to the government.

RESELLERS:

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Requiring Department:

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Based on the above, I recommend this acquisition be conducted on a Sole Source basis. I certify the technical data which form the basis of this justification are complete and accurate.

APPROVAL:

Contracting Officer:

Based on the above, I have determined that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available. I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.