Sole Source - GRIT_Redacted.pdf

JUSTIFICATION FOR SOLE SOURCE ($5k-$250k) Ref: FAR 13.106(b)

The service or material listed on (Document number) is sole source and competition must be restricted to one source, or to only one brand name for reasons indicated below. There are no substitutes available for this material.

Restricted to the following source or brand name. Provide original manufacturer's name.

(If a sole source manufacturer distributes via dealers, ALSO provide dealer information.)

Manufacturer: Ervin Industries, Inc.

Manufacturer POC & Phone Nr.:_Ervin Industries Inc. – 734-769-4600 Mfr. Address: PO BOX 1168 Ann Arbor, MI 48106-1168 (CAGE 58807) Manufacturers Dealer/Rep:_Ervin Industries, Inc.

Dealer/Rep Address/Phone Number: 734-769-4600

X Description of the item or service required, the estimated cost, and required delivery date.

STEEL GRIT,SIZE G50, HIGH CARBON CAST STEEL GRIT HCS G50L PER ASE J1993, SIZE G50 PER SAE J444, NEW MFR ONLY (RECYCLED GRIT NOT ACCPT), 1600 LB PER DRUM. REQUESTING 50 DRUMS. RDD:

ASAP

X Specific characteristics of the material or service that limit the availability to a sole source or particular brand name (unique features, function of the item, etc.).

Describe in detail why only this suggested source can furnish the requirements to the exclusion of other sources.

- Puget Sound Naval Shipyard has previously conducted testing on Ervin Industries, Inc.

material as well as a competitor’s product. The test data revealed that the competing manufacturer’s material caused damage to our blast machines while the grit from Ervin Industries, Inc. did not. It also concluded that the competing manufacturer’s product did not meet the requirements of the Rockwell Hardness Test. This testing validates that Ervin Industries, Inc. not only meets specifications but is compatible with the blast machines we have in place. This pre-established compatibility reduces the need for additional testing and minimizes the risks and cost associated with introducing material from a new manufacturer.

- When considering other manufacturers, testing must be accomplished to ensure compatibility with our machines. In this scenario, end user is requiring a minimum of 25 drums from each potential manufacturer be sent to us for testing. The significant quantity of materials needed for testing purposes can lead to high procurement costs, increased storage space requirements, and potential waste if the material does not meet the specification. The financial cost associated with repairing or even replacing damaged machines due to utilizing incompatible material must be considered as well.

- Because testing can be time consuming, we run the risk of going empty bin in shop stores.

The potential delays incurred during the testing phase can have a significant impact on production schedule, potentially disrupting workflow continuity and affecting overall productivity.

The requested material or service represents the minimum requirements of the

Government.

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X The material/service must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit and function) with existing systems presently installed. Describe the equipment you have now and how the new item/service must coordinate, connect, or interface with the existing system.

Testing has already been accomplished to validate Ervin Industries, Inc. not only meets the specification but also ensures the integrity of our blast machines. This level of assurance is invaluable. Especially when considering the potential consequences of using substandard or incompatible grit, as evidenced by the damage inflicted on our machines when testing another manufacturer’s product.

A patent, copyright, or proprietary data limits competition. The proprietary data is:

These are “direct replacements” parts/components for existing brand name equipment.

Other information to support a sole-source buy:

I CERTIFY THAT STATEMENTS CHECKED, AND INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE, ARE COMPLETE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND DO NOT CONTAIN CLASSIFIED INFORMATION. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE PROCESSING OF THIS SOLE-SOURCE JUSTIFICATION PRECLUDES THE USE OF FULL AND OPEN

COMPETITION.

Title Naval Architect Technician Date 04/25/2025

Contracting Officer Signature Date_

DLA Maritime Puget Sound Justification for Sole Source 05/21/2018

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