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This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The procurement is for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Vector parts for 45' RB-M and 26' Cutter Boat Over the Horizon IV and V platforms, to be sourced solely from Vector Controls Inc. in Newton, MA. The requirement is for new, genuine OEM parts that will be preserved, packaged, and marked in accordance with Government specifications, with no aftermarket or refurbished parts accepted.

The solicitation number is 70Z04025QS19907B00, with the current contract period running from August 30, 2019, through August 29, 2024. The USCG determined that only Vector can effectively respond to the solicitation requirements due to proprietary data rights. Market research was conducted between October 2023 and April 2024, including a Notice of Intent to Solicit Sole Source posted on sam.gov, which yielded no alternative sources. The procurement will be conducted on a sole-source basis with Firm Fixed Price Delivery Orders, using Operations and Support funds at the current year funding level.