NORSAT LNB BNM_Redacted.pdf
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This is a Memorandum for Recommendation for Other Than Full and Open Competition dated 11 June 2026. The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) recommends acquiring 75 units of Norsat 3000 Series 3100F-BPF-6 C-Band Single-Band Low Noise Blocks (LNBs) manufactured by Norsat International, Inc. under a limited source procurement. The total estimated cost is undisclosed due to redactions, with a requested delivery timeline of 3 weeks after receipt of order.
The justification for limiting competition centers on technical and operational necessity. NSWCDD requires these specific LNBs to support electromagnetic interference (EMI) mitigation for satellite communications systems while rejecting terrestrial interference in C-Band and preventing EMI from 5G interference affecting Television Direct-to-Sailors (TV-DTS) systems. The Norsat filters have demonstrated sufficient gain and phase stability to meet program requirements. The memorandum states that alternate sources would require additional non-recurring engineering costs estimated at an undisclosed amount and necessitate verification testing of initial production units, resulting in significant labor costs and schedule delays. Market research confirmed that Norsat International is the only brand name product meeting program performance and continuity requirements, with no other manufacturer's products meeting minimum specifications. The recommendation includes certification statements from both the originator and the Contracting Officer affirming the limited availability determination.
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which will ultimately lead to major delays with the schedule. The Government could not recover these costs through full and open competition.
3. Market research was performed through contacting Norsat International, Inc., the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), for this hardware. They offer multiple authorized resellers for this hardware. It also demonstrated that Norsat International is the only brand name product to meet the program requirements due to performance and continuity concerns. It was determined
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in the above recommendation, are accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that the processing of this recommendation precludes the use of full and open competition.
Dat _ Signature of Originator
The Contracting Officer has determined that only one or limited sources are reasonably available.
Date: _________ Signature of Contracting Officer
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