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This document is a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the U.S. Department of the Navy's Naval Research Laboratory, seeking to acquire a Leica AT960 Laser Tracker Alignment System and Leica TM6100A Theodolite for the Space Sciences Division. The total estimated contract value is $320,000, with delivery required by December 1, 2025. The procurement is a sole-source acquisition justified by the equipment's critical compatibility with the existing "Spatial Analyzer" metrology software, which is essential for performing 3D and 6 Degrees of Freedom geometric analysis of space systems.

The document details specific technical requirements for the laser tracker and theodolite, including features like 3D and 6DoF measurement capability, position and orientation tracking, reflector single-point accuracy within 50 microns, automatic beam targeting, and integrated environmental monitoring. A Sources Sought Notice revealed two potential vendors: Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence (the original equipment manufacturer) and Begini Howard Private Equity. The Navy will post a Request for Quotes on SAM.gov under FAR Subpart 13.5 procedures, maintaining the requirement for Leica brand equipment to ensure mission success and compatibility with existing systems.

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J&A_7600_FOTEC Laser pg. 2

- ISO certified accuracy (standard for scientific/industrial grade metrology equipment)

- Spatial analyzer compatible

Leica Absolute Tracker AT960-MR

Mid-range 6DoF laser tracker system based on Absolute Interferometer.

Reflector measurement range up to 20 m, with probing range up to 10 m.

The system consists of:

- 6DoF laser tracker unit AT960-MR

- ISO 17025 Calibration Certificate based on ISO 10360-10

- MTC51 AT930/AT960/ATS600 Transport Container (576891)

- AT9x0 Controller (577431)

- MPS21 Power Supply Unit (576873)

- MCS11 Sensor Cable - 1.5 m (576885)

- MCA134 LAN-Cable RJ-45 Cat6 - 5 m (575899)

- AT Quick Release Mount incl. Mandrel (576338)

- MCA18 External Temperature Sensor - 2 m (576888)

- Red Ring Reflector (RRR) - 1.5" (575784)

- MSI26 Universal Stand Fixture (576895)

- MAT33 Optical Cleaning Kit (576898)

- Protective Sensor Cover (827057)

T-Probe III

Leica T-Probe III Portable wireless probing system for AT960 systems. A light- weight measurement probe with configurable function buttons allows measurements in small and large measurement volumes with minimal preparation time. The measurement range of the T-Probe is up to 30 metres in all directions. The T-Probe configuration consists of:

- Wireless probing sensor T-Probe (576186) incl. certificate and transport case

- T-Probe Stylus Adaptor –M5 (576212)

- Ruby Ball Stylus d=6 mm –M5 (576221)

- 2x Stylus Tool for M5 Threaded Styli (576225)

- MAC34 T-Probe Stylus Compensation Tool (576899)

- T-Probe Battery Charger (734195)

- 2x T-Probe Spare Battery (575983)

- Compatibility: AT960

MAV72, Sensor Aperture. Sensor Aperture Redirects air movements around sensor optics to improve measurement data quality.

Red-Ring Reflector 1.5" (RRR), 2-pack. 2 Corner Cube reflectors with removable ring, protection cover for optic and certificate, in wooden box. Radius 19.05 mm ±0.0025 mm (0.750 in ±0.0001 in) Centring of optics lt; ±0.003 mm (lt; ±0.00012 in) Shape ball =0.003 mm (=0.00012 in) Acceptance angle ±30° No limitation due to ring Material ball: Stainless steel, surface-hardened, magnetic Weight 170g (6.00 oz).

Red-Ring Reflector 0.5" (RRR), 2-pack. 2 Corner Cube reflectors with removable ring, protection cover for optic and certificate, in wooden box Radius 6.35 mm ± 0.0025 mm (0.250 in ± 0.0001 in) Centring of optics lt; ± 0.003 mm (lt; ± 0.00012 in) Shape ball = 0.003 mm (= 0.00012 in) Acceptance angle: ± 30°, No limitation due to ring Material ball: Stainless steel, surface-hardened, magnetic Weight: 6 g (0.21 oz).

J&A_7600_FOTEC Laser pg. 3

Leica LT - Imperial Reflector Holder Kit

- 3x 577230 Reflector Holder 0.5" Drift Nest, Offset 0.5000", Stainless Steel,

- 1x 577235 Reflector Holder 0.5" Target Corner, Offset 0.5000", Stainless Steel,

- 1x 577210 Reflector Holder 0.5", Offset 0.5000", Shank d=0.2500", Body d=0.5000", Stainless Steel

- 1x 576131 Double Vector for TBR, Shank d=0.2500", Steel black oxide finish,

- 1x 577120 Reflector Holder 1.5", Offset 1.0000", Shank d=0.2500", Body d=1.000", Stainless Steel

- 1x 577127 Reflector Holder 1.5", Offset 1.0000", Shankless, Body d=1.6000", Stainless Steel

- 1x 577137 Edge Reflector Holder 1.5", Offset 1.0000", Stainless Steel,

- 2x 576134 Tripod Reflector Holder 1.5" ,

- 6x 577140 Drift Nest 1.5", Offset 1.0000", Aluminum.

MST138 Portable Precision Carbon Tripod

Precision carbon tripod for Absolute Tracker AT930/960, ATS600 or Absolute Arm.

ThemMST138 has the following features:

- Foldable tripod with carbon legs

- Height scale on center leg

- 3x integrated fixed positions for AT Controller/ATS Controller or external batteries MPB25/MPB100

- 3.5x8’’ thread to mount Absolute Tracker AT930/AT960, ATS600 or Absolute Arm

RA7 and RA8 v1 and v2

- Adjustable height: 79 cm – 131 cm (31.1’’ – 51.6’’)

- Weight: 13.5 kg (29.8 lbs)

MST141 Tripod Transportation Case

- MST138 Portable Precision Carbon Tripod (577420)

- MST139 Portable Precision Aluminum Tripod (577421)

- Dimensions L= 98 cm, W= 41 cm, H= 33 cm ((L=38.6’’, W=16.1’’, H=13.0’’)

- Empty weight: 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs)

T-Probe Styli Kit

T-Probe styli kit Recommended styli kit for Leica T-Probe. The kit contains the following content:

- Scribe Stylus r=0.1 mm - M2 (576219)

- Ruby Ball Stylus d=3 mm - M5 (576220)

- Ruby Ball Stylus d=6 mm - M5 (576221)

- Ceramic Hemispherical Stylus d=0.5in, M5 (576143)

- Ceramic Hemispherical Stylus d=1.5in, M5 (576144)

- Stylus Extension 100 mm - M5 - carbon fibre - stem d=20 mm (576213)

- Stylus Extension 200 mm - M5 - carbon fibre - stem d=20 mm (576214)

- Stylus Extension 40 mm - M5 - carbon - stem d=11 mm (576217)

- 2x T-Probe Stylus Adaptor - M5 (576212)

- 2x Stylus Tool for M2-M3 Threaded Styli (576223)

- 2x Stylus Tool for M5 Threaded Styli (576225)

- Stylus Adaptor M5-M2 (576226)

- T-Probe Styli Kit Case for Standard Configuration (576211)

J&A_7600_FOTEC Laser pg. 4

- Compatibility: AT960

Stylus Extension 400 mm, M5, Fibre, ø 20 mm Stylus Extension 600 mm, M5, ø 20 mm 90Deg. Adapter for T-Probe. 90-degree adaptor with M5f/M5m thread. Compatible with all M5 stylus and CFK extensions. Used for 90-degree stylus configurations with Leica T-Probe. Compatibility: AT960

MAC35, Magnetic Device for MAC34. For use with MAC34 T-Probe Stylus Compensation Tool (576899). Holds to any magnetic surface. Magnetic force can be switched on and off. The MAC34 T-Probe Stylus Compensation Tool must be ordered separately. Compatibility: AT960

MAR 137 Remote Control. Wireless Remote Control with Programmable buttons.

Connection types: Bluetooth Low Energy and 2.4 GHz wireless connection. Working range up to 30 m. Compatible with Windows 10 or later. Compatibility: AT403, AT930, AT960, ATS600.

MMC91, Absolute Tracker Measurement Cart. Cart is compatible with AT930/960 AS600 or AT500. Contains a flexible shelf system for installation controllers, UPS and computers. Controller and computer compartment is temperature regulated. Cart can be used like a regular measuring cart or reconfigured to a shuttle cart. Drawers equipped with preconfigured foam inlays for storing AT930/960, AT600 or AT500, scanners, reflectors and reflector supports, as well as Leica T-Probe, styli and extensions. The main cart desktop can be extended with a foldable side-table. The cart consists of:

- Measurement Cart with shelf compartment, drawers and lockable wheels

- 2x belt with snap hook and quick-connect buckle to fix tracker and/or stands on shuttle rail

- Power strip (EU version)

- 5x drawer inlays

- Velcro straps for controller and computer fixation

- USB-fan with USB extension cable

- Mechanical interface for forklift manipulations

- Cable Drum

MAM94, Dust Cover. MAM94 Dust Cover. Cover compatible with the following measurement carts: MMC91 (576950) and MMC31 (576896). Compatibility: AT930, AT960, ATS600

Power Strip, 12 Outlet, 2 Port USB, Portable

Leica TM6100A Theodolite Package

Motorized Industrial Theodolite

- Manual fine adjustment knobs

- Automated motorized electronic interface drive control

- Auto collimating illuminated green crosshair

- Angular accuracy of 2 arcsec or better

- Course and fine focusing

- Focusing distance from 0.6m to infinity

- ISO certified accuracy (standard for scientific/industrial grade metrology equipment)

- Spatial analyzer compatible

J&A_7600_FOTEC Laser pg. 5

TM6100A Motorized Industrial Theodolite with pan focal telescope and build-in autocollimation eyepiece. Including user manual, upright container and Calibration Certificate.

- GDF321-I Tribrach PRO w/o Opt. Plummet

- GDF321-I Tribrach PRO without Optical Plummet - light grey

Compatibility: TM6100A, AT403

- TM6100A Motorized Industrial Theodolite

- GDF321-I Tribrach PRO w/o Opt. Plummet

- GEV270 Power Supply Unit, TPS/GPS/DNA

- GEB242 Battery int. Li-Ion 14.8V/5.8Ah

- GEV220, Y-Cable, 2.0 m

- GKL311 Charger Pro 3000

- AL51 Plug in Lamp for TM5100A/TM6100A

- RS232 Serial - USB Adapter

The delivery of the items must be completed on or before 01 December 2025. The estimated total cost of this contract is $320,000 for the equipment cost.

4. The statutory authority permitting sole source (brand name).

41 U.S.C. 1901 41 U.S.C. 1903

Sole source (brand name) acquisitions conducted under simplified acquisition procedures in accordance with

FAR 13.501.

5. A statement demonstrating the unique qualifications of the proposed contractor or the nature of the action requiring use of the authority.

The Leica AT960 Laser Tracker Alignment System and Leica TM6100A Theodolite equipment provide capabilities that will interface with an existing software suite called “Spatial Analyzer” metrology software. The Leica brand has the required compatibility and interoperability with the Spatial Analyzer metrology software and computer interface. It is of utmost importance for successful interoperability that the Leica laser tracker and theodolite interface with the existing metrology software in order to perform 3D and 6 Degrees of Freedom (DoF) geometric analysis of space systems undergoing alignment.

After discussing with the COR about potential alternative options (other brands) it was determined that the Leica brand is the only equipment that has the required compatibility and interoperability with the spatial analyzer metrology software. To the COR’s knowledge there is no other brand that would be a successful alternate.

6. A description of efforts made to ensure offers/quotes are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized in FEDBIZOPPS (as required by FAR 5.2) and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies.

A Request for Quotes (RFQ) will be posted with the sole source (brand name) justification on SAM.gov and issued under FAR Subpart 13.5 procedures as a firm-fixed price contract. NRL will continue to keep abreast of products on the market and if an alternative becomes available that is technically feasible and more affordable for the laboratory, we will consider migration to another vendor’s equipment.

7. The anticipated dollar value of the proposed acquisition, including options if applicable, and a determination by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost to the government will be fair and reasonable.

J&A_7600_FOTEC Laser pg. 6

The anticipated value of the acquisition for the LEICA AT960 Laser Tracker Alignment System and Leica TM6100A Theodolite equipment with associated hardware is $ Market Research shows that there were two interested vendors able to sell the Leica Brand equipment. This requirement will be posted along with the approved J&A on SAM.gov as a RFQ utilizing FAR part 13.5 procedures to ensure maximum competition will be obtained.

8. A description of the market research conducted and the results or the reason market research was not conducted.

A Sources Sought Notice (SSN) N00173-25-DS01, was posted to www.SAM.gov, on 17 April 2025, and closed on 3 May 2025. Two potential vendors responded: Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence and Begini Howard Private Equity (BHPE). Of the two vendors, Hexagon is the OEM of the Leica brand equipment, and BHPE collaborates with authorized distributors of Hexagon equipment.

9. Any other facts supporting the use of sole source (brand name).

The Leica laser tracker and theodolite are compatible with an existing software suite called “Spatial Analyzer” metrology software. The Leica brand has the required compatibility and interoperability with the Spatial Analyzer metrology software and computer interface. Choosing another brand will lead to mission failure of our sponsors requirements.

It is absolutely paramount for successful interoperability that the laser tracker and theodolite interface with the existing metrology software in order to perform 3D and 6 Degrees of Freedom (DoF) geometric analysis of space systems undergoing alignment.

10. A listing of the sources, if any, that expressed, in writing, an interest in the acquisition.

1. Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence (Large Business), 250 Circuit Drive North Kingstown, RI 02852

2. Begini Howard Private Equity (BHPE) (Small Business, SDVOSB, VOSB, IEE, ISBEE), 10601 S Western

AVE STE 113 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73170

11. A statement of any actions the agency will take to remove or overcome any future barriers to competition before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services required.

This acquisition will add to the current inventory of the FOTEC Laboratory and leverage the investment already made by the US Government. Choosing a different manufacturer and brand will cause significant mission impact and potential costs added.

J&A_7600_FOTEC Laser pg. 8

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