N4044325Q0064_Brand Name_Roller Doors_SAM-Redacted.pdf

This document is a Memorandum for the Record justifying the use of other than full and open competition for a simplified acquisition under the threshold. The procurement involves a Prestage Door Control Board Replacement (TALT 574) for the USNS RICHARD E. BYRD, with RYTEC Corporation as the required source. The independent government estimate is $74,300, with a required delivery date of 30 July 2025. The intended use is to replace/upgrade existing roller door controllers.

The document specifies that this is a brand name procurement under Determination B, with RYTEC / MODEL SST – ISO – K L/S as the specified make/model to maintain fleet configuration baseline. The procurement is for a direct replacement part, and the document indicates that the required product is not designated as critical ship equipment. The acquisition is being conducted under the simplified acquisition threshold, with only one responsible source to be solicited, in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines.