Other Than Full and Open Memo - Galley MODs redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum for the Record documenting a sole source or limited source acquisition justification for a simplified acquisition threshold purchase.

The Government seeks to procure one Cleveland Range LLC electric tilting steam kettle, model KET20T with 20-gallon capacity and 440V manual tilt capability, with delivery required by March 18, 2027. The kettle is intended for galley modifications aboard the USNS Sojourner Truth PSA 2027 vessel. The Independent Government Estimate amount is redacted. The product is not designated as critical ship equipment per COMSCINST 4490.1 and SMS Procedure 10.6-002-ALL.

The contracting officer has determined that only one responsible source is available, specifically Cleveland Range LLC, based on standardization requirements and fleet configuration baseline maintenance. The justification cites two primary reasons for the sole source determination: (1) Standardization per COMSCINST 4790.3, establishing that only the specified Cleveland KET20T model satisfies fleet configuration baseline needs for the T-AO 205 class John Lewis vessels, and (2) Compatibility, confirming the product serves as a direct replacement part for existing Cleveland KET20T steam kettle equipment. The memorandum documents compliance with FAR 12.102(a) and GSAR 538.7104-3 and -4 requirements for sole source justification.