Wolf SSJ_Redacted.pdf

SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION FOR SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS

From: Code 611 Charles R. Fisher

To: Code 02 Acquisition Branch

Subj: Sole Source Justification

1. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED SUPPLIES/SERVICES, ESTIMATED VALUE, AND

DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

In order to accurately perform advanced additive manufacturing (AM)-based fabrication pursuant to multiple ongoing research and development programs, upgrades to the robotic weld arm (ABB 4600) is necessary. In addition, upgrades to the control software, non-contact sensors, and a positioner are needed to increase the technical capability of the system. This hardware, control software, and the associated services will require 5 business days (1 week) of on-site work by one Wolf Robotics service engineer. An optional follow-on service of installation supervision and functional run-off will require 25 days (5 weeks) once the initial assessment is completed and all the materials arrive. Additional optional follow-on service weeks (3 weeks) are also included should issues arise during installation and integration. The estimated value of the base procurement services and associated materials is

Manufacturer: Wolf Robotics, LLC Address: 4600 Innovation Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525 Phone:

2. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR SOLE SOURCE BASED ON UNIQUE

QUALIFICATIONS OR NATURE OF THE ACQUISITION

Wolf Robotics, LLC is the sole provider of this service because they are the only company that has access to the integration services for the sophisticated hardware components. In addition, the ABB 4600 is a highly complex piece of equipment, and Wolf Robotics was the original integrator who installed the system at NSWCCD. Finally, the AM-based controller software being integrated to the hardware is proprietary to Wolf Robotics, and therefore no other company has the skills and knowledge to install it as Wolf Robotics does not have authorized resellers trained for these activities. Therefore, in accordance with FAR 6.302-

3. MARKET SURVEY

A July 2019 search of the marketplace for robotic welding integrators did not identify any companies other than Wolf Robotics that are currently providing both robotic welding and additive manufacturing (AM) fabrication services. The cost to replace the ABB 4600 robot arm and associated hardware and software rather than perform these AM upgrades and services would exceed

4. CUSTOMER SIGNATURE:

I certify that the statements and information provided above, are complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the processing of this sole source justification precludes the use of full and open competition.

Signature of Requisition Originator Date

Signature of 1st Level Supervisor Date

Signature of Contracting Officer Date