N0018918QG101_SoleSourceReq_N4445018RC002DB_PMT_NLon_Sargent_Ctrl_Trng.docx

JUSTIFICATION FOR BRAND NAME MANDATORY (Simplified Acquisition <$150K)

The service listed on the subject requisition N4445018RC002DB is Sole Source and competition is precluded for reasons indicated below. There are no substitutes available for this service.

Manufacturer: Sargent Controls & Aerospace

Manufacturer POC & Phone Nr: Morghan Jaeger, (520) 572-4469

Mfr. Address: 5675 West Burlingame Road, Tucson, AZ 85743

Dealer / Rep: Same As Above

Dealer / Rep Address / Phone Nr: Same As Above

X Description of the service required, the estimated cost, and required delivery date.

Background: NAVSEA Submarine Performance Monitoring Program (PMP), whose purpose is to assess submarine operating cycle performance through engineering analysis and condition monitoring of critical systems. Performance Monitoring Team (PMT) members collect timing and performance data, troubleshoot, and provide corrective maintenance guidance to the fleet on all Sargent Hydraulic Control valves. The training from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of this test equipment certifies the knowledge level and proficiency of the PMT sailors on the named equipment.

Description: Hands-on and classroom training in the Basic Hydraulic Control and Servo Valve by Sargent Controls & Aerospace; one class (6-days); maximum of 10 students.

Estimated Cost: $28,000.00

Required Delivery Date: As Soon As Possible

X Specific characteristics of the material or service that limit the availability to a brand name (unique features, function of the item, etc.). Describe in detail why only this suggested source can furnish the requirements to the exclusion of other sources.

Sargent Controls & Aerospace is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) designer, developer, and distributor of the Sargent Hydraulic Servo Control Valve. The Sargent Controls & Aerospace training will support NAVSEA's Submarine Performance Monitoring Program (PMP) needs based on the technical specifications and compatibility requirements of the submarine fleet.

Sargent Controls & Aerospace is the only source of the Sargent Hydraulic Servo Control Valve certified training that will be able to satisfy this government’s need. This training is considered proprietary and only available to U. S. Navy personnel.

NAVSUPINNST 4200.85D, Encl (1)

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X The requested service represents the minimum requirements of the government.

N/A The material/service must be compatible in all aspect (form, fit and function) with existing systems presently installed/performing.

X A patent, copyright or proprietary data limits competition.

The proprietary data is owned and maintained by Sargent Controls & Aerospace.

N/A These are “direct replacements” parts/components for existing equipment.

X Other information to support a brand name buy:

Without this training, PMTs would not be able to predict system failure, causing numerous component failures including CASREPS, which could impact the submarine’s mission and capability. Through this OEM training, PMT sailors can maintain and repair the aforementioned equipment to keep it operational within US Navy specifications.

I CERTIFY THAT STATEMENTS CHECKED, AND INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE, ARE COMPLETE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE PROCESSING OF THIS BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION PRECLUDES THE USE OF FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION.

Signature: _____________________ Title:

Activity: Performance Monitoring Team NLON Date:

Contracting Officer Signature: _________________________________________

Date: ________________________________

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