N0017823D4403_FINAL SIGNED JA_Redacted.pdf

This is a justification and approval document for a limited sole source procurement of a MK41 Vertical Launch System (VLS) Test System from the Naval Sea Systems Command. The procurement is for non-developmental hardware, software, and engineering services required to test and evaluate MK41 VLS canisters. The total contract value is approximately $9 million for a one year period of performance. No other supplier can meet the Navy's requirement to test the canisters due to the incumbent contractor's proprietary design information and extensive experience over many years of previous procurements. Issuing this contract on a sole source basis is therefore judged to be in the best interest of the government due to urgent need, technical risk, and lack of alternative suppliers.