JA VLM Trays and Dividers KO SIG.pdf
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- N00244-26-Q-0049
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This is a Justification for Sole Source/Brand Name Sole Source procurement form submitted by NAVSUP FLC San Diego for simplified acquisitions under $250,000.
The procurement is for proprietary components of the Modula Sintesim VLM-3 automated storage system currently installed at Building 23-B at NAVSUP FLC San Diego in support of F-35 mission operations at NAS Fallon. The required items include trays (24 units at $355.93 each), slotted tray sidewalls (24 units at $37.38 each), partitions measuring 857MM L x 120MM H (6 units at $439.20 each), and assorted dividers (119 units at various pricing), with a total extended price of $6,816.00. The manufacturer is Modula Inc., located at 90 Alfred A. Piourde Parkway, Lewiston, ME 04240, with point of contact David Lind at (207) 440-5100. The authorized dealer is Raymond Werres Corporation, with contact Tom Samsel at (240) 388-0414, located at 807 E South St, Frederick, MD 21701. The required delivery date is 4-6 weeks after receipt of order (ARO).
The justification asserts that only Modula Inc. can provide these components because they are proprietary parts designed specifically for the VLM-3 model with exact dimensional and load-bearing specifications. Non-proprietary parts from other sources would present significant risks of equipment damage, operational failure, and safety hazards. Competition is limited by proprietary data, as Modula Inc. retains exclusive manufacturing rights and utilizes a network of authorized dealers for government sales. The procurement is supported by the requiring activity (Operations Officer Daniel Rodarte, signed 06/23/2026) and concurred by Contracting Officer Patricia Castillo (06/24/2026).
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NAVSUP FLC San Diego Justification for Sole Source / Brand Name Sole Source (Simplified Acquisitions < $250K (Revised January 2020)
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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):
Dealer Address (if applicable):
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 < $250K)
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.
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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
Name: Title:
Digital Signature: Date:
| Requisition Number Document Number: |
| ItemRow1: |
| MFG NameRow1: Modula |
| MFG PartRow1: 3362552349 |
| DescriptionRow1: Trays |
| QtyRow1: 24 |
| UIRow1: EA |
| Unit PriceRow1: $355.93 |
| Ext PriceRow1: $8,542.32 |
| ItemRow2: |
| MFG NameRow2: Modula |
| MFG PartRow2: 1U000133 |
| DescriptionRow2: Slotted Tray Sidewalls |
| QtyRow2: 24 |
| UIRow2: |
| Unit PriceRow2: $37.38 |
| Ext PriceRow2: $897.12 |
| ItemRow3: |
| MFG NameRow3: Modula |
| MFG PartRow3: 8336487200 |
| DescriptionRow3: Partitions 857MM L X 120MM H |
| QtyRow3: 6 |
| UIRow3: |
| Unit PriceRow3: $439.20 |
| Ext PriceRow3: $2,635.20 |
| ItemRow4: |
| MFG NameRow4: Modula |
| MFG PartRow4: various |
| DescriptionRow4: Assorted Dividers |
| QtyRow4: 119 |
| UIRow4: |
| Unit PriceRow4: various |
| Ext PriceRow4: $6,816.00 |
| ItemRow5: |
| MFG NameRow5: |
| MFG PartRow5: |
| DescriptionRow5: |
| QtyRow5: |
| UIRow5: |
| Unit PriceRow5: |
| Ext PriceRow5: |
| exclusion of other sourcesbrands: The required trays, dividers, and partitions are proprietary components designed specifically for the Modula Sintesim VLM-3 model currently installed and operating in Building 25 at NAVSUP FLCSD Site Fallon. These items are manufactured to the exact dimensions, material specifications, and load-bearing capacities required to integrate with the existing automated storage and retrieval system. Using non-proprietary parts from another source would present a significant risk of equipment damage, operational failure, and potential safety hazards. The components are not available through other commercial sources. |
Wress Corporation is the sole authorized vendor to provide the proprietary parts and specialized services required for this system. Awarding this contract to an unauthorized vendor introduces severe financial and operational risks, which can directly lead to increased government costs and critical project delays. Furthermore, utilizing non-proprietary or unauthorized parts from another source would present a significant, unacceptable risk of equipment damage, complete operational failure, and potential safety hazards to personnel and property.
| 4: The items requested are the essential components needed to outfit the existing Modula VLM-3 unit for the storage and organization of various-sized parts supporting the F-35 mission at NAS Fallon. The quantities have been determined by the requiring activity to meet their immediate operational needs. Failure to acquire these specific components would prevent the proper use of the V-L-M, hindering mission readiness. |
| coordinate connect or interface with the existing system: The required items must be compatible in form, fit, and function with the Modula Sintesim VLM-3 automated storage system. This system uses specific dimensions for its trays and corresponding slots, and the software and mechanical extraction mechanisms are calibrated for Modula-manufactured hardware. Any deviation in component size, weight, or design from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications would render the new parts incompatible and could cause the entire VLM system to malfunction. |
| 6: Competition is limited by proprietary data. Modula Inc. is the OEM and retains the proprietary design and manufacturing rights for its VLM systems and the associated internal components. Raymond Werres Corporation is the authorized dealer for Modula equipment for U.S. Government facilities and is the mandatory source for this procurement. |
| Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM etc: The trays and dividers are direct replacement and additional components for the following Next Higher Assembly (NHA): |
Equipment Description: Vertical Lift Module (VLM) Model: Modula Sintesim VLM-3 OEM: Modula Inc.
| unacceptable delays in fulfilling the mission of the agency: Market research confirms that Modula Inc. maintains a proprietary hold on its parts and utilizes a network of exclusive, authorized dealers for sales and service. For government sales, Raymond Werres Corporation is the designated authorized dealer. Attempting to procure these items from another source would result in unacceptable delays as no other vendor could provide the required proprietary parts. The cost to replace the entire VLM system far exceeds the cost of this procurement, making the acquisition of OEM parts the only viable option. | |
| Name: Daniel Rodarte | |
| Title: Operations Officer | |
| Date: 06/23/2026 | |
| Name_2: Patricia Castillo | |
| Title_2: Contracting Officer | |
| Date_2: 06/24/2026 | |
| Text3: Modula Inc. | |
| 2026-06-23T15:56:53-0700 | |
| RODARTE.DANIEL.OCTAVIO.1294749396 |
| 2026-06-24T08:40:19-0700 | |
| CASTILLO.PATRICIA.1589791580 |
| Text4: David Lind, (207) 440-5100 |
| Text5: 90 Alfred A. Plourde Parkway, Lewiston, ME 04240 |
| Text6: Raymond Werres Corporation |
| Text7: Tom Samsel, (240) 388-0414 |
| Text8: 807 E South St, Frederick, MD 21701 |
| Check Box6: Yes |
| Check Box7: Off |
| Text1: 4-6 weeks after receipt of order (ARO). |
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