Redacted_Use_of_Other_than_Full_and_Open_for_SAT Comfort ITW GSE.pdf

This is a Memorandum for the Record documenting a justification for use of other than full and open competition for a simplified acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold.

The acquisition concerns two electrical components for power system flight deck modifications on the USNS Comfort (scheduled April 2027): a 28 VDC Rectifier, 1400 GPU (AP-543300) and a Stand for Fixed Mount Rectifier (AP-543414). The required delivery date is December 31, 2026. The contracting officer has determined that only one source—ITW GSE—is reasonably available for this acquisition. The product is not designated as critical ship equipment.

The justification for sole-source procurement is based on standardization requirements per COMSCINST 4790.3, which mandates maintaining fleet configuration baseline by procuring only specified make/model equipment. The required make and model is ITW GSE (part numbers AP-543300, AP-543414, and AP-578653), with other vessels using the same equipment including USNS Mercy. The contracting officer and technical personnel have certified the accuracy and completeness of the justification. The document is signed by Contracting Officer Kris Hendricks, dated November 4, 2026.