JA_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) document from the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) authorizing other than full and open competition for the award of a contract to Raytheon Missiles & Defense for the production of Minehunting Payload Delivery Systems (MH PDS).

The contract covers production of MH PDS and tow cable assembly units, along with associated engineering support, engineering change proposals, test/software support, and spare parts procurement. The period of performance is FY2024-FY2025, with base year production in FY2024 and one option year in FY2025. The J&A cites Raytheon as the only responsible source, as they have been the original developer and manufacturer since 2017, having produced eight pre-production units. The Navy requires continued production to meet Program of Record quantities and support fleet maintenance needs. The document notes that awarding to another contractor would result in an unacceptable 24-month delay and compromise system effectiveness. The requirement was synopsized on SAM.gov on November 13, 2023, with four companies responding, but only Raytheon was deemed to have the necessary capabilities. The statutory authority cited is 10 U.S.C. 2304(a)(1) for sole source procurement.