JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE.pdf

This is a Justification for Sole Source procurement under FAR 13.106-1(b) for the procurement of power hacksaw blades and related components valued between $15,000 and $350,000.

The contracting activity is DLA Weapons Support Puget Sound, with procurement dates of 10/16/2025 and award date of 01/20/2026. The sole source manufacturer is East Side Saw & Sales, located at 12880 NE Bel-Red Rd, Ste. 1, Bellauvue, WA 98005-2695 (POC: 425-454-7627). The materials distributor/dealer contact is Michael J. Lindsey (206-235-1130). The specific items required include four each Power hacksaw blades (7'2" x ¾" tough tooth) and 20 each WACH SAW BLADE 41-1/2" Long with 5 holes. The justification cites that East Side Saw is the original equipment manufacturer of the 7'2" power hacksaw blade specifically designed for cutting thick steel, used by the U.S. Navy. The blades are exact matches for the current E.H. Wach saw machine (CCRPL) and required for service access installation in existing Navy deck and hull systems. The sole source justification is based on proprietary intellectual property and patented technologies owned by E.H. Wachs that limit competition, as well as the requirement for direct replacement parts compatible with existing Navy equipment. The document was signed by contracting officer David W. Dunbar on 01/20/2026.