Other than Full and Open Warren_Redacted.pdf

This document is a federal contract memorandum justifying the use of other than full and open competition for a naval navigation system acquisition. The document details a procurement for an Anschutz GmbH MINS2 Dynamic Reference Unit (DRU) #1, a main attitude reference system for surface naval vessels that provides static and dynamic reference to the gyro compass, including inertial navigation. The required delivery date is 9/30/2025, and the acquisition is specifically for the USNS EARL WARREN (T-AO 207) vessel.

The justification for sole-source procurement is based on several factors: Anschutz has restrictive rights to the system's drawings and proprietary data, the item is considered critical ship equipment, it meets standardization requirements for T-AO Class Vessels, and it is a direct replacement part with a specific make/model (HG9740AF10) that must be compatible with existing equipment configurations. The procurement is being conducted under the simplified acquisition threshold, with the vendor owning the system drawings and selling parts through third-party companies.