Redacted Annex 1 JA.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) document for other than full and open competition, authorizing a sole source purchase order to RENK Corp. for Motor Pedestal Bearings to be used on the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN. The Department of the Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC) in Norfolk requires original equipment manufacturer (OEM) RENK Corp. bearing parts to support propulsion motor pedestal bearing inspection on a T-AKE class vessel, funded with FY2025 Navy working capital funds.

The procurement includes 14 specific line items of bearings, seals, and related parts, with quantities ranging from 1-2 units each. RENK Corp. is justified as the sole source because they are the historical OEM and only authorized source capable of providing these critical safety items for T-AKE class vessels. They exclusively possess the proprietary technical data and expertise needed for direct replacement parts that must be compatible with existing equipment. While MSC continually seeks alternative qualified suppliers through their website, they currently have no plans to allow non-OEM suppliers for these items due to the critical nature of the propulsion system components. The contracting officer has determined pricing will be fair and reasonable in accordance with FAR 13.106-3(a).