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This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) memorandum dated December 18, 2024, for other than full and open competition for pumps and vacuum interface units for the EVAC vacuum sewage collection system maintenance on the USNS BRUNSWICK (T-EPF 6). The procurement is being conducted under the simplified acquisition threshold.

The sole source procurement is justified because EVAC North America Inc. is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) holding proprietary design data and exclusive licensing rights for the system. The period of performance extends to May 30, 2025. Multiple factors support the sole source determination: the equipment is designated as critical ship equipment (SMS Procedure 10.6-002-01-JHSV), it falls under standardization requirements for EPF class vessels, and requires exact form, fit, and function compatibility with existing systems (MFR ID-6622242/MFR-6542601). The Military Sealift Command (MSC) lacks the technical information to evaluate non-OEM alternatives.