Redacted Sole Source Justification_Hitachi.pdf

This document is a sole source justification for repairs and service for a Hitachi SU6600 Scanning Electron Microscope. The Naval Sea Systems Command is seeking these services under solicitation number N0016723Q0224. Hitachi Data Systems is identified as the only vendor that can provide maintenance and support for this specialized microscope due to their proprietary knowledge as the original equipment manufacturer. The justification cites the technical complexity of the equipment and need for repairs by those with extensive experience and training on this model as rationale for restricting competition to the sole source vendor. The contract would cover repair services from August 2022 through August 2023 and is not set aside for small businesses.