REDACTED BNJ.pdf

Brand Name Justification for DPC-T Thruster Sets Procurement

This is a Brand Name Justification document submitted by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) for a firm fixed price contract to procure Seacraft DPC-T thruster sets. The procurement involves two specific products: the DPC-T (L) Thruster complete set (SKU DM1801) and the DPC-T (R) Thruster complete set (SKU DM1802), each including an Aluminum Transport box. The total acquisition value exceeds micro-purchase levels but does not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold of $350,000.00. The procurement will be conducted under simplified acquisition procedures with authorized Seacraft sellers.

The justification asserts that Seacraft is the only brand capable of meeting the Government's requirements due to the items currently in use at the facility. The document states that selecting an alternative brand would result in incompatibility with existing equipment, creating additional logistics and sparring issues and costs. The Government does not anticipate significant savings through competition and expects unacceptable delays that would negatively impact operations. Market research was not conducted because Seacraft is identified as the sole source meeting the stated requirements. The Contracting Officer has determined the order represents the best value considering price, special features, and administrative costs. No other facts supporting the justification are provided, and no actions are identified to overcome barriers to competition in future acquisitions.