MEMORANDUM FOR THE RECORD - SINGLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION

This is a Memorandum for the Record documenting the use of single source procurement for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. The document justifies why only one source will be solicited for the requirement, as permitted under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) when circumstances deem only one source reasonably available.

The acquisition involves procuring a No. 2 SSDG Engine Bergen (C4 CASREP Start Air Distributor) from Bergen Diesel, with required delivery between 09 to 13 November 2026. The product will be used to remove and replace pilot air start distributor No. 2 SSDG on a vessel. The justification is based on three primary factors: (1) Standardization per COMSCINST 4790.3—maintaining fleet configuration baseline with the specified Bergen B32-40L8A make and model used on T-AO 205 Class vessels; (2) Brand Name requirement—the item must be the Bergen B32-40L8A model to ensure compatibility with existing equipment on all 205 Class vessels; and (3) Urgency—the air start distributor is designated critical ship equipment vital to SSDG operation, with delivery required by 09 November 2026 to support the ship's repair schedule. The requirement was identified on 19 October 2026. The CASREP number is 26022. The Independent Government Estimate has been redacted. The document includes certifications by the Requester, Level Higher authority, and Contracting Officer affirming the accuracy and completeness of the justification.