Redacted FADC JA_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) document for use of other than full and open competition issued by the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) on behalf of the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA).

The document justifies awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) supply contract on a sole source basis to Woodward Inc. for procurement of Next Generation Full Authority Digital Control (XT FADC) systems. The requirement is for AG9140RF or AG9140 Genset FADC Control Systems with manufacturer part numbers 9900-1041 or 9900-1043, with a maximum estimated quantity of 123 units each. The total estimated value of the acquisition is $45,097,161, with an ordering period of 60 months from award date. Budgeted funds include FY26-FY31 Other Procurement Navy (OPN) funding. The current contract being followed on (N64498-23-D-0001) was awarded February 15, 2023 and ends February 14, 2028, with quantities to be exhausted during Year 4 (February 2026 through February 2027).

The J&A cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as statutory authority, establishing that Woodward Inc. is the only responsible source because it is the sole developer and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the proprietary XT FADC hardware and software. The justification notes that Woodward possesses unique technical knowledge, proprietary information, and manufacturing data required for compatibility with existing Ship Service Gas Turbine Generator (SSGTG) systems aboard specified Navy ship classes. A Sources Sought notice posted February 19, 2025 (closing March 7, 2025) and a synopsis notice issued April 9, 2025 (closing April 24, 2025) generated no responses. The Contracting Officer will determine fair and reasonable pricing based on contractor proposal review and cost analysis prior to award.