ATT3_redacted.pdf

This document is an Other Than Full and Open Competition Justification for a sole source procurement. The requirement is for professional services to deliver an 8-hour Bolted Joints and Gasket Design, Assembly, and Reliability Combo Course program from May 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025. The instructional materials are proprietary for instructors and tailored to meet industry needs.

The procurement is being conducted by the Department of the Navy's Naval Sea Systems Command through a sole source award to the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The justification cites restrictive rights and sole source capabilities as the primary rationale, noting that the rights and privileges are not transferable. The total value is under the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000, with the NAICS code 611430 for Professional Development Training. The document includes approvals from the Contracting Officer and One Level Above Contracting Officer, with a final approval date of 4/17/25.