J-A Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI Form 555) for a non-competitive acquisition by the Defense Logistics Agency.

The Defense Logistics Agency is acquiring one HAAS UMC-1000SS 5-Axis Vertical Machining Center (P/N: 3408-N30000354) for the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Newport Division. The estimated value is redacted. This is a new action under FAR Parts 12, 13.5, and conducted under VICA authority, with solicitation number SPE4S-25-Q-0092; EBS PR # 7013169066. The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) authority permitting acquisition from only one or limited number of sources. The specific rationale is that the NUWC Newport prototype fabrication facility for undersea warfare systems development requires a new 5-Axis Vertical Machining Center with 2-Axis Rotary Table to maintain interoperability with existing machining equipment. The procurement will avoid duplicate costs associated with training on alternative equipment and software. The Government's objective was developed through direct and indirect recommendations by the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). The acquisition will be synopsized on or about August 15, 2025, and dealers of manufacturers will be solicited. Three sources expressing interest are listed: Phillips Corporation (CAGE 3MPQ0), DMG Mori Federal Services (CAGE 96XT6), and Kyero, LLC (CAGE 9WH06). The Contracting Officer, Randell Hardy, approved the justification on August 28, 2025, certifying the information as accurate and complete. The acquisition does not exceed the $750,000 threshold requiring Competition Advocate approval.