I.P-2 B850 Coupler Sole Source_Redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum to the File documenting the contracting officer's justification for using a single-source acquisition rather than full and open competition under the simplified acquisition threshold.

The acquisition is for an Acoustic Decoupler (Part Number 1G07217G02) from Northrop Grumman Corp, with the primary point of contact being Alyssa Rodriguez located in Annapolis, MD. The required delivery is ASAP. The justification for sole-source procurement is based on restrictive rights, specifically citing proprietary drawing requirements that make the item available from only one source. The contracting officer asserts that the source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights, or secret processes in the item or service required, and that no other company could satisfy the government's need due to these restrictions. The document does not disclose the estimated cost, which is redacted. The technical certification was completed by an EQS representative from PHNSY & IMF on 05/19/2026, and the contracting officer, Quincey Dillenback, approved the justification on 06/26/2026. This memorandum complies with FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i) requirements for documenting the absence of competition for simplified acquisitions.