I.P-2. JML Attachment - Sole Source_Redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum to the File documenting the justification for using other than full and open competition for a simplified acquisition threshold procurement under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i).

The acquisition is for maintenance and repair parts for a 55K UHP MIP removal process with various part numbers, referencing Job Materials Lists (JMLs). The required delivery date is 4/30/2026. The manufacturer is Flow International Corp, located at 23500 64th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032, with point of contact Bryan Poppenhusen (281-290-9950). The authorized distributor is APS Systems, located at 5401 N Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, TX 77086, also with point of contact Bryan Poppenhusen (346-236-1370). The material was previously purchased from Cage 1DJA5, which has been bought out by Cage 5WHF9.

The justification for single-source procurement is based on "Other Reasons" under Section III.A.3. The memorandum explains that Flow International Corp parts are required because Flow International is the only known manufacturer for ultra-high pressure water pipe parts to be used at 55,000 PSI. Unknown numbers of operators may experience failures if after-market parts are used. If non-Flow parts are used, warranty claims will be voided, and maintenance and troubleshooting will cease. Previous contracts (SPMYM424P0130 and SPMYM424P0170) procured wrong material under brand name justification only, resulting in $242K in rejected material still sitting in the Defense Mechanics Inventory. APS Systems is identified as an authorized distributor of Flow parts. The technical certification was completed by a Shop Planner at PHNSY & IMF on 2/6/2026, and contracting approval was provided by Contracting Officer Angela Morelli on 03/17/2026.