JA_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full & Open Competition (J&A) document from the Department of the Navy for a non-competitive procurement action.

The contracting activity is NAVSUP WGS in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania (Folder #20203050). The action involves negotiation and award of a contract through other than full and open competition, classified as Type A1. The supplies/services acquisition covers repair/overhaul of valve safety relief equipment, identified by NSN 7H1-4820-D1H30538 and part number V1610001-01. The statutory authority for this procurement is cited under 10 USC 2304(c)(1), permitting use of a limited number of responsible sources under FAR 6.302-1. The estimated value and ship-to location are redacted in the document. The contracting officer determined the anticipated cost to the Government to be fair and reasonable. Market research was conducted in accordance with FAR 15, though results are redacted. The document indicates that future requirements will be advertised on the government-wide point of entry to encourage vendor participation and remove barriers to future competition. Multiple approvals and signatures are documented throughout the approval history, including review by requirements cognizance, technical personnel, contracting officer, competition advocate, and legal counsel, with dates ranging from August through December 2025.