JA 25-5C0_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Sole Source Justification for the Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA), addressing the procurement of Link 16 Versa Module Europa (VME) Terminal Controller (TC) units. The requirement is for a new Firm Fixed Price contract with Concurrent Technologies, using RDT&E funds, to acquire replacement Link 16 VME Terminal Controller CPU units in support of the U.S. Navy. The procurement is necessitated by the incompatibility of existing VME TC units with Windows 11 and the mandatory operating system upgrade required by Department of Defense Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements.

The justification specifically targets Concurrent Technologies as the sole source, citing their unique ability to provide a drop-in replacement that meets critical technical requirements, including full compatibility with the existing Link-16 VME bus architecture, Windows 11 and TPM support, and minimal system disruption. Market research confirmed that alternative vendors like Curtiss-Wright and General Micro Systems cannot provide a solution that meets the Navy's specialized Link-16 system integration needs without extensive modifications. The estimated contract value is redacted, and a formal solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov, with no further competitive actions pursued due to the unique nature of the requirement.