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Date: 13 August 2024

MEMORANDUM

Subj: USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION FOR AN ACQUISITION UNDER

THE SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION THRESHOLD

Ref: (a) PR Number(s):

I. BACKGROUND:

1. In considering the references, FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) states for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, Contacting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that, under the circumstances of the contract action, only one source is reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing, brand-name, or industrial mobilization).

2. As required by FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i), this memorandum explains the absence of competition for this acquisition because only one source will be solicited for this requirement (or for a portion of the requirement) and the requirement is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

II. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM OR SERVICE:

1. Provide a description of the item or service required, to include

a) the name of the required source or brand name

DEFENSE MARITIME SOLUTIONS, INC (WARTSILA).

b) the required delivery date/period of performance and

c) its intended use.

STOCK REPLENISHMENT FOR MAIN LINE SHAFT BEARING.

List the source(s) or known vendor(s) who are able to provide the above described item or service.

DEFENSE MARITIME SOLUTIONS, INC. (WARTSILA)

III. THE DETERMINATION FOR USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION IS BASED

ON THE FOLLOWING (select all that apply):

A. XX Only one responsible source (select all that apply):

1. RESTRICTIVE RIGHTS: the source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights, or secret processes in the item or service.

a. Explain what is subject to the restrictive rights.

b. If drawings are included, who is iden

2. XX EXCLUSIVE LICENSING AGREEMENTS: The item or service is only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or there is ONLY ONE authorized distributor or technical representative for the OEM.

a. Identify the OEM and explain the circumstances surrounding why the item or service is only available from the OEM.

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WARTSILA is the authorized OEM vendor for below replacement parts.

MAIN LINE SHAFT BEARING:

SEALING RING / PN: 751554 / APL/AEL: M52A230010 / QTY: 2 EA

WARTSILA furnished the technical documentation, manual for installation, operation and maintenance of equipments in the original construction of T-AKE vessel.

Their commitment extends beyond the initial design configuration and system , provide comprehensive support throughout the entire design, build and service lifecycle of the vessels, this include logistics support for spare parts. OEM replacement parts from WARTSILA

b. Identify the distributor / authorized technical representative for the item or service.

Provide evidence of the exclusive licensing agreement as an attachment to this document.

(NOTE: If there is more than one distributor / authorized technical representative, then use Part B Brand Name.)

DEFENSE MARITIME SOLUTIONS, INC.

3. XX OTHER REASON:

a. XX CRITICAL SHIP EQUIPMENT: The required item is critical ship equipment, the failure of which poses a hazard to the ship, the crew or the environment.

i. SMS Procedure Number: 10.6-002-ALL

ii. Describe how it applies to the critical piece of equipment:

SMS 10.6-002 ALL, lists the below mission criticality codes for T-AKE class ships:

Mission criticality coded 4 for PROPULSION SHAFT BEARINGS

The purpose of a sealing ring is to ensure a secure reliable seal between two mating surface, preventing the leakage of lube oil, maintaining proper functionality and enhancing safety.

smooth, efficient operation, can lead to serious consequences, and the ability to provide Combat Logistics Support to the Warfighters - limiting oper refurbishment and maintenance, using only OEM parts is critical to the safety of the personnel, the protection of the environment and mission.

b. _____ STANDARDIZATION / BRAND NAME: Per MSCs standardization initiative, ds for additional units or replacement items.

i. Identify Make / Model Number(s): ___________________

ii. Identify other vessels with this Make / Model:

c. _____ FORM, FIT, AND FUNCTION: Item is direct replacement parts / components for existing equipment and must be compatible in terms of form, fit, and function with existing equipment / configurations.

i. Identify Make / Model of existing equipment:

ii. Describe how the equipment must be compatible with the existing configuration.

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Contracting Officer / Date