Redacted Sole Source MWB.pdf

SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION FORMAT

FOR SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS

From:

To: Cognizant Code 02 Acquisition Branch

Subj: SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION FOR MINIATURE WAVE BUOY

1. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED SUPPLIES/SERVICES, ESTIMATED

VALUE, AND DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS.

NSWCCD Code 8325 requests the purchase of two one Moored Miniature Wave Buoy with data hosting and visualization.

Manufacturer:

Scripps Research Institute 10550 North Torrey Pines Road La Jolla, CA 92037

The estimate cost of this requirement is

2. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR SOLE SOURCE BASED ON

ACQUISITION

Scripps Research Institute is the only organization that can provide a miniature wave buoy that meets the standard specifications. These specifications include the wave buoy being able to record:

- Speed and course over ground

- GPS Position

- Spectral Energy

- Significant Wave Height

- Wave Direction

- Wave Period

The buoy also needs to be able to operate on the DISA network and needs to not contain Lithium-ion batteries. The buoy must also have a web interface that allows the data to be accessed in near real time and to retrieve data after deployment. No other buoy on the market offers these features. Therefore, in accordance with FAR 6.302-1(b)(1) the governments minimum needs can only be satisfied by unique services/supplies available from only one source with unique capabilities.

3. MARKET SURVEY

According to market research, no other buoy on the market can meet the stated data collection and distribution specifications needed while also meeting commercial air travel requirements. The SOFAR Spotter is a very comparable wave buoy at an attractive price point however, it is powered by lithium-ion batteries which severely complicates commercial air travel and transportation aboard US Naval vessels.

4. ADDITIONAL FACTS

None

5. CUSTOMER SIGNATURE:

I certify that the statements and information provided above, are complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the processing of this sole source justification precludes the use of full and open competition.