NYYC sole source.pdf

This is a Justification for Sole Source procurement document prepared by NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center, Norfolk Contracting Department for the Fleet Directorate.

The procurement is for event spacing and hospitality services at the New York Yacht Club (NYYC) to host the International Navy Review (INR) 250 celebration, commemorating the United States' 250th anniversary. The requirement is restricted to a single supply source—the New York Yacht Club as the original manufacturer/venue. The event will accommodate up to 300 guests in the Midtown Manhattan location and include bilateral/multilateral engagements and meals. The period of performance is July 2–7, 2026, with an estimated cost of $54,000. The justification asserts that no substitutes or alternative venues are available and that this requirement represents the minimum government needs.

The sole source justification rests on four key factors: (1) the NYYC's unparalleled prestige and history, founded in 1844 with deep roots in American sailing and naval heritage; (2) its deep-rooted naval and maritime heritage, including hosting Fleet Week and maintaining a "Chair Naval Services Earl Committee"; (3) exclusive and secure facilities providing privacy and controlled access essential for high-ranking international military attendees; and (4) historical significance aligned with the commemorative nature of INR 250. The contracting officer determined that the venue's controlled access, security evaluation by NCIS, proximity to hotels for international delegations, and prestigious Model Room and historic spaces—unmatched by commercial alternatives—make this a reasonably sole-source justified action. The Technical/Requirements Certification was executed on May 19, 2026.