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This document is a Memorandum justifying the use of other than full and open competition for a simplified acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. The procurement is for Forced Draft Blower Repair Parts for the USNS MERCY (T-AH 19), specifically requiring parts from Howden North America Inc. The Required Delivery Date (RDD) is 10/20/25, with the purpose of providing necessary repair parts to fix the Force Draft Blower.

The justification for sole source procurement is based on multiple factors: Howden North America Inc. owns the proprietary data for these units, the parts are critical ship equipment, and there are standardization requirements. The specific part is a Buffalo Forge Co Fan Type & Size 980 L21, which is required to support all operational functions for the Main Propulsion Plant and Boilers. The procurement is unique in that only authorized OEM parts and service reps are permitted to work on this highly sophisticated equipment, with additional certification requirements from USCG, ASME, SOLAS, and ABS.