JOTFOC 2990016601044 SURGE TUBE SIGNED.pdf

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This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOTFOC) for the U.S. Coast Guard's procurement of ten (10) SURGE TUBE components, NSN 2990-01-660-1044, manufactured by Safe Boats International for the 45 RBM vessel. The document justifies a sole source procurement under 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(1), citing that only Marinette Marine Corporation can provide the specific SURGE TUBE due to Safe Boats International's proprietary technical data and manufacturing specifications.

The procurement is critical for vessel safety, as the SURGE TUBE is a component used to collect and remove combustion exhaust gases from the propulsion system. Failure of this part could lead to overheating, equipment damage, and potential personnel risk. The Coast Guard conducted market research but determined that only Safe Boats International possesses the necessary engineering drawings and technical information to properly manufacture the component. The Contracting Officer will continue to seek alternative sources in future acquisitions, with a goal of obtaining comprehensive manufacturing information to potentially expand competition.

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JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION PROCEDURES (SAP) FAR 13.106-1(b)

SOLICITATIONS MAY BE LIMITED TO ONE SOURCE ONLY IF THE CONTRACTING OFFICER DETERMINES THAT ONLY ONE SOURCE IS REASONABLY AVAILABLE. THIS DETERMINATION MUST BE SUPPORTED WITH FULL JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE FROM THE CUSTOMER. WHEN THE CUSTOMER DESCRIBES AN ITEM WITH A PURCHASE DESCRIPTION WHICH LIMITS THE AVAILABILITY TO ONE SOURCE, THE JUSTIFICATION MUST EXPLAIN WHY THE ITEM IS THE ONLY ONE THAT WILL MEET THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENT. STATEMENTS SUCH AS "ONLY KNOWN SOURCE" OR "ONLY SOURCE WHICH CAN MEET THE REQUIRED DELIVERY DATE" ARE INADEQUATE TO

SUPPORT A SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE.

PURCHASE REQUEST OR REQUISITION

NUMBER

PROJECT/TASK

ESTIMATED AMOUNT (Over Micro- Purchase Threshold, but up to the SAT)

CITE AUTHORITY & JUSTIFICATION TYPE – READ FAR 6.302 TO DETERMINE APPROPRIATE TYPE

10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(1)

ONLY ONE RESPONSIBLE SOURCE AND NO OTHER SUPPLIES OR SERVICES WILL SATISFY

AGENCY REQUIREMENTS.

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(2) UNUSUAL AND COMPELLING URGENCY

10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(3)

INDUSTRIAL MOBILIZATION; ENGINEERING, DEVELOPMENTAL, OR RESEARCH CAPABILITY; OR

EXPERT SERVICES

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(4) INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENT

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(5) AUTHORIZED OR REQUIRED BY STATUTE

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(6) NATIONAL SECURITY

☐ 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(7) PUBLIC INTEREST [SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY NEEDS TO APPROVE THIS DOC]

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES OR SERVICES REQUIRED, AND THE INTENDED USE. The brand name purchase of ten (10) SURGE TUBE manufactured by SURGE TUBE, P/N: ENGN1794, NSN: 2990-01-660-1044 for the 45 RBM vessel. The SURGE TUBE are provided by SAFE BOATS INTERNATIONAL, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS THAT LIMIT AVAILABILITY TO ONLY ONE SOURCE, WITH THE REASON NO OTHER SUPPLIES OR SERVICES CAN BE USED. All technical data for the required SURGE TUBE is proprietary to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), SAFE BOATS INTERNATIONAL, and as such, is unavailable to make an accurate assessment of equal or alternate equipment for meeting the Coast Guards performance, fit, form and function requirements. The SAFE BOATS INTERNATIONAL SURGE TUBE is a component utilized to collect and remove the products of combustion (exhaust gases) from the propulsion system. The propulsion system is critical for the safe operation of the vessel, providing maneuverability during underway and approach operations. Failure of the above part could lead to overheating and damage to heat sensitive parts, rendering the vessel disabled and risking the lives of personnel and damaging equipment. Any attempt to manufacture this item without the proper Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts and access to OEM reproduction manufacturing drawings, spec, tolerances/parameters, test procedures and other relevant information, could lead to major mission degradation.

A DESCRIPTION OF EFFORTS MADE TO ENSURE THAT QUOTATIONS OR OFFERS ARE SOLICITED FROM AS MANY POTENTIAL SOURCES AS PRACTICABLE (INCLUDE YOUR MARKET RESEARCH EFFORTS HERE). Conducted Market Research using internet searches and reviewed previous purchases to identify vendors with the capability of providing the required OEM material. Any vendor that can provide the required OEM material and has an active SAM registration is eligible for this requirement.

REASON THAT SUGGESTED SOURCE IS THE ONLY SOURCE WHICH CAN PROVIDE THE SUPPLIES OR SERVICES.

MARINETTE MARINE CORPORATION is the only brand acceptable to provide the SURGE TUBE. SAFE BOATS INTERNATIONAL is the sole possessor of the drawings and other technical information required to properly manufacture the

SURGE TUBE.

EXPLAIN WHY AN ADEQUATE PURCHASE DESCRIPTION OR OTHER INFORMATION SUITABLE TO SOLICIT BY FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION HAS NOT BEEN DEVELOPED OR ARE NOT AVAILABLE. This is a proprietary commercial item of the proposed contractor. The reproduction of manufacturing drawings, specifications and other technical data related to this item were never purchased by the U.S. Coast Guard and therefore are controlled by and remain the sole property of the OEM.

PROVIDE A STATEMENT OF ACTIONS, IF ANY, THE GOVERNMENT MAY TAKE TO REMOVE OR OVERCOME ANY BARRIERS TO COMPETITION BEFORE FUTURE ACQUISITIONS ARE REQUIRED. COR will continue to conduct market research in the attempt to locate vendors that can satisfy the needs of the Coast Guard including a requirement for manufacturer’s engineering drawings, detailed parts lists, design or testing procedures, and other relevant information concerning this item.

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