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Date: 13 Jun 2025

MEMORANDUM

Subj: USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION FOR AN ACQUISITION UNDER

THE SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD

Ref: (a) PR Number(s): 1301258643

I. BACKGROUND:

1. In considering the references, FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) states for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, Contacting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that, under the circumstances of the contract action, only one source is reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing, brand-name, or industrial mobilization).

2. As required by FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i), this memorandum explains the absence of competition for this acquisition because only one source will be solicited for this requirement (or for a portion of the requirement) and the requirement is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

II. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM OR SERVICE:

1. Provide a description of the item or service required, to include

a) the name of the required source or brand name

This document serves as a justification for the sole source procurement of repair services for the Angio Suite, specifically utilizing GE Healthcare. Given the specialized nature of the equipment and the services required, GE Healthcare is uniquely qualified to perform the necessary repairs.

b) the required delivery date/period of performance:

8 SEPT 2025 12 SEPT 2025.

c) its intended use.

USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) GE Healthcare Angio Suite technician representative repair.

2. List the source(s) or known vendor(s) who are able to provide the above-described item or service.

GE Healthcare

III. THE DETERMINATION FOR USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION IS BASED

ON THE FOLLOWING (select all that apply):

A. __X___ Only one responsible source (select all that apply):

1. _____ RESTRICTIVE RIGHTS: the source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights, or secret processes in the item or service.

a. Explain what is subject to the restrictive rights.

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2. ___X__ EXCLUSIVE LICENSING AGREEMENTS: The item or service is only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or there is ONLY ONE authorized distributor or technical representative for the OEM.

a. Identify the OEM and explain the circumstances surrounding why the item or service is only available from the OEM.

GE Healthcare

b. Identify the distributor / authorized technical representative for the item or service.

Provide evidence of the exclusive licensing agreement as an attachment to this document.

(NOTE: If there is more than one distributor / authorized technical representative, then use Part B Brand Name.)

GE Healthcare has proprietary access to technical specifications, diagnostic tools, and repair methodologies that are not available to third-party service providers.

This access ensures that repairs are conducted according to the highest standards.

GE Healthcare is the original manufacturer of the equipment in question. Their deep understanding of the specific systems, components, and technology allows for a more efficient and effective repair process

GE employs technicians who are specifically trained and certified to work on their equipment. These professionals are familiar with the latest updates, repair techniques, and compliance standards, ensuring that the repair is conducted safely and effectively

3. ____ OTHER REASON:

a. _____ CRITICAL SHIP EQUIPMENT: The required item is critical ship equipment, the failure of which poses a hazard to the ship, the crew or the environment.

i. SMS Procedure Number: ___________________________

b. _____ STANDARDIZATION / BRAND NAME: Per MSCs standardization initiative, additional units or replacement items.

i. Identify Make / Model Number(s):

ii. Identify other vessels with this Make / Model:

c. ___ FORM, FIT, AND FUNCTION: Item is direct replacement parts / components for existing equipment and must be compatible in terms of form, fit, and function with existing equipment / configurations.

i.

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ii. Describe how the equipment must be compatible with the existing configuration.

d. __X___ OTHER:

MSC does not have the technical knowledge to review non-OEM technicians in a timely manner to ensure this mission critical equipment can be repaired. As such this is a sole source item to the OEM to ensure full functionality is possible during critical mission operations. Equipment is used for surgeries onboard USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20).

Surgeons can use x-rays to view surgical instruments inside the body during the surgery.

The Angio Suite's equipment, particularly the C-Arm and related imaging systems, has experienced operational issues that require immediate and expert repair. The ability to perform high-quality imaging is critical for patient care, and any downtime can lead to significant impacts on clinical operations. GE Healthcare is the OEM.

4. _____ UNUSUAL AND COMPELLING URGENCY: The supplies or services are of such unusual and compelling urgency that the Government would be seriously injured unless the agency is permitted to limit the number of sources from which it solicits. Urgent requirements are supplies or services that will result in work stoppage, or are mission critical and the routine processing time would injure the Government. The determination that the procurement for the above is an urgent and compelling requirement is based on the following:

a. Date on which the requirement was identified: ______________________________

b. Required delivery date / Period of Performance: _____________________________

c. If the difference between a. and b. is more than one week, explain the delay in submitting t he requirement.

d. Estimated production lead time: ______________________________

e. Explanation of why delivery / commencement of services by the date required is needed: (explain the impact to the mission, any special circumstances or conditions, etc.)

f. CASREP Number: _________________________________________