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NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT - Quartermaster AI SmartMast EO/IR Cameras
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This is a Justification for Sole Source/Brand Name Sole Source procurement form from NAVSUP FLC San Diego for simplified acquisitions under $350,000.

The requisition (Document Number 1301364528) seeks four items from QuarterMaster AI Inc. totaling $312,500.00: a SmartMast Sensor 12-month subscription ($130,000), Military Exercise Operations Premium service ($20,000), Minotaur Integration ($100,000), and SmartMast Sensor System 5-Month Subscription Extension ($62,500). The required delivery date spans from 10 August 2026 to 9 August 2027, with an optional extension through 10 February 2027. QuarterMaster AI, located at 2101 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800, Arlington, VA 22201, is restricted as the sole source provider. The justification emphasizes that QuarterMaster AI possesses exclusive intellectual property rights, software source code, and proprietary API libraries for the SmartMast system. The service is compatible with existing QMAI systems aboard fleet vessels and provides maritime domain awareness through a 360-degree EO/IR camera with visual detection and capture capabilities, real-time high-resolution video streaming, and integration with command-and-control architectures. The procurement is justified on grounds that alternative solutions would introduce unacceptable delays and cannot replicate the demonstrated operational performance, interoperability, and validated accuracy required for current operational timelines and maritime security objectives. The justification was certified by LT Natalie Finman (Supply Officer) on 21 July 2026 and concurred by Contracting Officer Patricia Castillo on the same date.

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NAVSUP FLC San Diego Justification for Sole Source / Brand Name Sole Source (Simplified Acquisitions < $250K (Revised January 2020)

PLEASE CHECK ALL APPLICABLE BOXES AND FILL IN ALL APPLICABLE BLOCKS BELOW. A NARRATIVE MUST

BE ADDED TO ALL APPLICABLE SECTIONS. IF A SECTION DOES NOT APPLY, TYPE “N/A” IN THE BOX.

Requisition Number / Document Number:

The material and/or service listed on this form is (please mark one): Sole Source Brand Name Sole Source

Restricted to the following manufacturer or source:

Manufacturer Name:

Manufacturer POC and Phone Number:

Manufacturer Address:

Dealer Name (if applicable):

Dealer POC and Phone Number (if applicable):

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1. Description of the item(s) or service(s) required and the estimated cost(s):

Item# MFG Name MFG Part# Description Qty U/I Unit Price Ext Price

Note: If additional items are required, please list on a separate spreadsheet using the same information as above

2. Required Delivery Date (RDD) or Period of Performance (POP):

3. Specific characteristics of the material or service that limit the availability to a sole source/brand product (unique features, function of the item, etc.). Describe in detail why only this source/brand can furnish the requirements to the exclusion of other sources/brands.

4. The requested material or service represents the minimum requirements of the Government.

JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE or

BRAND NAME SOLE SOURCE

(For Simplified Acquisitions < $350K)

NAVSUP FLC San Diego Justification for Sole Source / Brand Name Sole Source (Simplified Acquisitions < $250K (Revised January 2020)

5. The material or service must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit and function) with existing systems presently installed/performing. Describe the equipment and/or functionality you have now and how the new item/service must coordinate, connect or interface with the existing system.

6. A patent, copyright or proprietary data limits competition:

7. The items are “direct replacement” parts/components for existing equipment. Provide the information about the Next

Higher Assembly (NHA)/equipment which the replacement parts are going into (e.g. description, model, part number, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), etc.).

8. Other information to support sole source/brand name sole source procurement. The rationale must then justify

"either" substantial duplication of cost to the Government that is not recovered through competition or unacceptable delays in fulfilling the mission of the agency.

REQUIRING ACTIVITY TECHNICAL or REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION

I certify that the statements checked, and information provided above, are complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the processing of this sole source/brand name sole source justification precludes the use of full and open competition.

Name: Title:

Digital Signature: Date:

Note: NAVSUP FLC San Diego policy is that sole source justifications must be signed by at least an E-7 or above

NAVSUP FLC SAN DIEGO CONTRACTING OFFICER CONCURRENCE

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Digital Signature: Date:

Requisition Number Document Number: 1301364528
ItemRow1: 1
MFG NameRow1: QMAI
MFG PartRow1:
DescriptionRow1: SMARTMAST SENSOR 12 MONTH
QtyRow1: 1
UIRow1: Grp
Unit PriceRow1: $130,000
Ext PriceRow1: $130,000
ItemRow2: 2
MFG NameRow2: QMAI
MFG PartRow2:
DescriptionRow2: MILITARY EXERCISE/ OPERATONS PREMIUM
QtyRow2: 1
UIRow2: Grp
Unit PriceRow2: $20,000
Ext PriceRow2: $20,000
ItemRow3: 3
MFG NameRow3: QMAI
MFG PartRow3:
DescriptionRow3: Minotaur Integration
QtyRow3: 1
UIRow3: Grp
Unit PriceRow3: $100,000
Ext PriceRow3: $100,000
ItemRow4: 4
MFG NameRow4: QMAI
MFG PartRow4:
DescriptionRow4: SmartMast Sensor System 5-Month Subscription Extension
QtyRow4: 1
UIRow4: Grp
Unit PriceRow4: $62,500
Ext PriceRow4: $62,500
ItemRow5:
MFG NameRow5:
MFG PartRow5:
DescriptionRow5:
QtyRow5:
UIRow5:
Unit PriceRow5:
Ext PriceRow5: $312,500.00
exclusion of other sourcesbrands: QuarterMaster is the sole source provider of the required subscription services. Due to the highly proprietary nature of the SmartMast system, its data streams, and the associated distribution architecture, no other vendor can provide this subscription. Furthermore, QuarterMaster maintains exclusive rights to its proprietary platforms and does not utilize authorized resellers. One 360 degree EO/IR camera with a visual detection and capture capability (minimum 10nm), VHF voice and AIS transmission detection and capture capability. Live-streaming high-definition video capability, Streaming: ~720p, Saved Video: 2-4k. Ability to screenshot/take pictures @ 2-4k and ability to send them to other systems. Ability to visually identify/classify contacts. Ability to push out camera feed to multiple parties. Ability to remotely operate the camera and limit who can operate. Short-term storage capability of the video captured, watch standers and intelligence & operational planners able to receive access to sensor data from the SmartMast systems via Quartermaster's proprietary web portal as well as programmatic access through API connection and integration with the Minotaur ecosystem. Other sources/brands canvassed cannot meet the timeline and requirements that are provided by Quartermaster/SmartMast (e.g. universal access to the video feed for multiple operators, auto-recognition/classification of targets, and integration to the Minotaur ecosystem).
4: Operational requirement: CSG needs the ability to employ MDUSV (SEAHAWK or SEA HUNTER) IOT enhance maritime domain awareness across the strike group and AOR.
coordinate connect or interface with the existing system: This service will be compatible with the QMAI system already installed onboard the fleet's other MDUSV vessel. Using the same brand/service provides the same operational capability across both MUSV platforms without additional interfaces or training requirements. Installing the same camera and service ensures the fleet has access to the same hi-resolution camera with Electro-optical and Infrared (EO/IR), Full Motion Video (FMV), Bearing and Range (BRG/RNG), and 360 degree coverage available on the QMAI platform regardless of vessel. Selecting a different brand would impair fleet operations by having different camera services/functionality available by vessel. Additionally, Minotaur integration will enable MDUSV imagery and sensor data to be effectively distributed across various operations centers afloat and shore in support of Fleet and Strike Group Operations.
6: Quartermaster AI owns the exclusive IP rights, software source code, and API libraries.
Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM etc: New Install onboard MDUSV.
unacceptable delays in fulfilling the mission of the agency: Not selecting QMAI SmartMast would introduce unacceptable delays as no other camera can provide the same functionality and hands-on training in the time required prior to deployment in the fall.

Due to its demonstrated operational performance, interoperability with existing command-and-control architectures, and the absence of other commercially available systems that provide the same combination of validated ATR accuracy, real-time intelligence sharing, and forward-deployed mission integration, SmartMast represents the only responsible source capable of meeting current operational timelines. Procuring an alternative solution would introduce unacceptable delays to mission execution and maritime security objectives.

Name: LT FINMAN, NATALIE
Title: SUPPLY OFFICER
Date: 21JUL26
Name_2: Patricia Castillo
Title_2: Contracting Officer
Date_2: 21 JUL 2026
Text3: QUARTERMASTER AI, INC. (CAGE: 9K6Q6 / UEI: HCFJASF32YV3)
2026-07-21T09:44:33-0700
FINMAN.NATALIE.GRACE.1100724096
2026-07-21T10:33:38-0700
CASTILLO.PATRICIA.1589791580
Text4: ANDREW COREY 240-386-9550
Text5: 2101 WILSON BOULEVARD SUITE 800, ARLINGTON, VA 22201
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Check Box6: Yes
Check Box7: Off
Text1: 10 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2027; Option: 10 Aug 2027 – 10 FEB 2027

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