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This document is a Memorandum for Use of Other Than Full and Open Competition for a sole source acquisition of a circuit breaker for the USNS ROBERT E. PEARY (T-AKE 5). The requirement is for a single Eaton Corporation circuit breaker (Part #F071788) to be used for general electrical maintenance throughout the ship, with a required delivery date of 1 APR 2025. The acquisition is justified under multiple grounds, including:

1. Eaton Corporation is the only authorized source, with proprietary rights to the drawings and exclusive licensing agreements. 2) The circuit breaker is considered critical ship equipment where failure could pose a hazard to the ship, crew, or environment. 3) The item is a standardized component specifically needed for T-AKE class vessels (models #1-14), serving as a direct replacement part compatible with existing equipment configurations. The procurement was initially delayed due to technical research, with the requirement first identified on 25 FEB 2025, and the CASREP Number for this acquisition is 25003.